Alexander Goodrich - Organ and Chimes Christmas (1965) Vinyl LP • Holiday

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Vinyl plays with some crackles and a few light-clicks (play-graded). Cover has a few creases near edges; scuffing (front/back). Inner-sleeve is original (generic white). Spine is easy-to-read with wear and splits near corners. Minor shelf-wear along top-edge, heavier across bottom-edge; wear to corners. Opening shows signs of use and divots. Release date is approximately 1965. (Not a cut-out.)

Tracks:

1. Joy To The World
2. Hark The Herald Angels Sing
3. Jingle Bells
4. It Came Upon A Midnight Clear
5. Tannenbaum
6. O Holy Night
7. God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen
8. O Come All Ye Faithful
9. The First Noel
10. Away In A Manger
11. O Little Town Of Bethlehem
12. Silent Night
13. Auld Lang Syne

About The Record:

Organ and Chimes Christmas, by Alexander Goodrich, released on Diplomat Records (SX 1713) in the 1960s, is a collection of traditional Christmas songs performed on organ with accompanying chimes, creating a gentle and nostalgic holiday sound. This album, along with similar releases like Christmas Organ and Chimes (Caroleer Records, 1956), was a staple in many households during the Christmas season, often played late on Christmas Eve for its soothing ambiance. Its historical significance lies in its representation of mid-20th-century holiday music trends, where organ and chimes albums were popular for their warm, festive atmosphere, though no specific biographical details about Goodrich are widely available, leading to speculation he may have been a pseudonymous artist. The album features tracks like Good King Wenceslas, but no singles from it are noted as chart-topping hits in available records. Its enduring appeal is evident in nostalgic recollections from listeners who cherished its gentle melodies and distinctive album cover depicting a snowy village scene.