Top 10 Songs for a Holiday Party

Kate  Hornsby
Whether an elegant dinner party or a casual get-together, holiday Christmas parties just aren't the same without a little Christmas music. Pour the eggnog and hang the mistletoe, here are the top ten Christmas songs guaranteed to bring out the holiday spirit at your next Christmas party. .

10. Stille Nacht (Silent Night) - Manheim Steamroller You really can't go wrong with the entire CD of Manheim Steamroller's Christmas music.The quintessential background music for a more formal get-together, this version of Silent Night is both beautiful and haunting.

9. Oh, Christmas Tree - Vince Guaraldi You can't help but envision Snoopy skating when you hear this one.Sure to put a smile on every party-goer's face, this delightful Christmas song is a great accompaniment for your tree decorating party.

8. Frosty the Snowman - Jimmy Durante Everyone will want to sing along.Great tune for family events or children's holiday parties. Even the adults will believe in a little Christmas Magic.

7. White Christmas - Bing Crosby When it comes to Christmas music no one touches our heart the way Bing Crosby does. It may be time for guests to depart, but they'll want to linger when they hear this one.

6. All I Want For Christmas is You - Mariah Carey Add a little snap to your party. One of the newer Christmas songs to gain popularity in recent years and definitely one of the best.

5. Hard Candy Christmas - Dolly Parton Nobody sing country songs better and Dolly Parton has one of the most recognizable voices ever. Bring some country Christmas to your party with, Dolly Parton's poignant, Hard Candy Christmas.

4. The Twelve Days of Christmas - Bob and Doug Mackenzie Bob and Doug, take this Christmas classic to new levels with a hilarious retake on this popular Christmas song. Guests will want to sing along if they can every stop laughing.

3. Winter Wonderland - Kenny G Bring out the hot chocolate and have everyone gather around the fire for roasting marshmallows. This one will carry happy memories far into the future.

2. The Christmas Song - Nat King Cole Wish your party-goers a Merry Christmas with this classic Christmas tune.

1. First Noel - Kenny G The perfect ending for your Christmas party. This touching saxophone version of First Noel will remind departing guests once again about the true meaning of Christmas.

Published by Kate Hornsby

Kate Hornsby has been a small business owner for over twenty years. Her work as a freelance writer has included articles on entertainment, pet care, and operating a small business. Hornsby attended the Acade...   View profile

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  • Lee Davis 10/30/2009

    Kate: Great songs. Thanks for sharing your favorites.

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