As a little added bonus today, here is a video from Vox about what makes Christmas songs Christmas-y. I agree with their view in principle, but while they classify “the” Christmas chord as a iib5, I tend to think of it more is a iv(add6). Curious to know your thoughts!
Tag: holiday
Norman Hutchins | Go Tell It On the Mountain
We start off the holiday season with Go Tell It On The Mountain, performed by Norman Hutchins and Co (2001). Pay particular attention around 2:30, but this whole rendition is righteous! Enjoy!!
Leslie Odom (feat. PS 22 Chorus) | The First Noel
An extra holiday mod for your Saturday: we won’t mention where the modulation is, because the musicality of this children’s choir is so exemplary and every second of this performance (2017) should be heard. Many thanks to the students and educators of Staten Island, New York’s PS 22!
David Archuleta | Pat-a-Pan
Pentatonix | Go Tell It On the Mountain
Here is Pentatonix singing “Go Tell It On The Mountain.” Please listen to the whole song — it is well worth it.
Christina Aguilera | Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas
Today we feature Christina Aguilera singing “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” (2000). Modulation around 2:40. Enjoy
Mariah Carey | Joy to the World
We are back after a week off last week, and kick off the week with Mariah Carey singing “Joy to the World” (1994). Modulation around 2:10. Enjoy!
Il Divo | White Christmas
Happy Friday! We finish the week with a subtle modulation, brought to you by Il Divo singing “White Christmas” (around 1:40.) Thanks to Carlo Migliaccio for finding this 2005 track! Have a great weekend!
Josh Groban (feat. Brian McKnight) | Angels We Have Heard on High
Here’s Josh Groban, joined by another MOTD favorite Brian McKnight, singing “Angels We Have Heard on High” (2007) with riffs galore. The modulation is around 2:35 — I guarantee you will enjoy it
Brian McKnight | Silver Bells
And for another Brian McKnight gem, here he is singing “Silver Bells” (2008) with a modulation MID-PHRASE! (around 1:30).
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