I don't know what it is about this album that made it a staple in so many homes in the 1960s and 1970s. I remember my late father telling me he thought it was because it was one of the first commercially-successful Christmas albums that could be played anywhere because it didn't have vocals. Seems like a good deduction to me.

I can NOT believe how happy I am to have a REAL copy of this album in my collection now. My fear was my children would never hear the classic renditions of Mr. Kaempfert. Now I can sit back and relax.


the best christmas album EVER!   December 31, 1999
 11 out of 11 found this review helpful

It's truly not Christmas without Bert Kaempfert. My parents had this album in the 60's, I bought it in the seventies and was limping along with a tape of the album until this year, when (horrors!) it vanished in a move. I am so thrilled to find it on CD - so happy I ordered 2! Highly recommended.


What a Joyful Seasonal Collection!   December 5, 2001
 10 out of 10 found this review helpful

You can tell as soon as you see the cover of this CD that this is going to be something different. The snow-laden tree looks like a person with a scarf around his neck. Big deal, huh? In this case, yes. Once you listen to these finely arranged and performed tunes, you can see why this is one of the finest Christmas collections to add to your collection.
Bert's trademark sounds have never been utilized so brilliantly as in this collection. Along with his delightful treatment of such standards as "Winter Wonderland," "White Christmas" and even the tiresome "Little Drummer Boy," you get the bonus of some outstanding Kaempfert originals including the title track and the absolutely infectious "Jingo Jango."
I have always loved this collection; I purchased it on vinyl on its first release way way back; and was overjoyed when it was finally made available in CD. In fact, thank the Lord for Kaempfert's library of outstanding music being out there for us to enjoy on CD.
This is a great instrumental Christmas gift to yourself!


It's not CHristmas without Bert!   December 1, 1999
 7 out of 7 found this review helpful

This recording has been played by my family since its original release in the 60's. For me and my siblings, it's the difinitive christmas recording. Buy it and enjoy.


Christmas Memories   December 18, 2001
 7 out of 8 found this review helpful

It just isn't Christmas without Bert Kaempfert. This LP was always the first record to be played on the hi-fi in our house each and every Christmas morning all through the 60's, 70's and even the 80's. What a joy it is to see that it is available on CD! The tradition can now continue. Mr. Kaempfert captures the true spirit of the standard holiday selections and adds some classics of his own. Who can resist "Jingo-Jango"? Beautiful renditions of holiday favorites that conjure up wonderful holiday memories. A must have!