[2026] Jazz numbers perfect for Christmas. From classic standards to original pieces.

I’ll Be Home For ChristmasStephen Scott

I’ll Be Home For Christmas

The Christmas song “I’ll Be Home for Christmas,” released in 1943 by world-renowned jazz vocalist Bing Crosby, is a piece themed around a soldier reminiscing about home at Christmastime.

Since its release by Crosby, it has become a staple Christmas jazz number.

This time, we’re highlighting a version by jazz vocalist Stephen Scott, who received the Young Talent Award from the National Association of Jazz Educators in 1986.

Be sure to compare it with Bing Crosby’s version.

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Santa Claus Is Coming to TownTill Bronner

Till Brönner and The New York Voices – Santa Claus Is Coming To Town

This song has been arranged by many artists and is very famous, but Till Brönner’s version is outstanding! He’s a musician active as a trumpeter, singer, composer, producer, and even a photographer.

You can feel not only a jazz-oriented approach but also elements reminiscent of contemporary pop music and film soundtracks.

Count Your Blessings Instead of SheepDiana Krall

Count Your Blessings Instead Of Sheep

This song was performed in a film released in 1954 and was written by Irving Berlin.

It’s based on his personal experience: when he was struggling with insomnia, a doctor suggested he try counting the things that made him happy if he couldn’t sleep, and that advice became the inspiration.

It isn’t very well known, but it can be considered one of the great songs.

In the film, Rosemary Clooney sings it.

Diana Krall has great taste for choosing to feature this song, too.

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Hirakawa Masako (Bōkarisuto: Sakata Mizumako)

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White ChristmasElla Fitzgerald

White Christmas

White Christmas, a Christmas song that continues to be loved around the world, was released in 1942 with vocals by the male singer Bing Crosby.

Composed by Irving Berlin, the song became a huge hit and has been covered by many artists.

One famous jazz version is by the female jazz singer Ella Fitzgerald.

Even at a relaxed tempo, it conveys the excitement of the Christmas season.

Show Me The MagicJamie Cullum

Show Me The Magic

Jamie Cullum is a jazz singer from the UK.

He is highly acclaimed not only as a jazz vocalist but also as a jazz pianist.

He is also academically gifted, having graduated at the top of his class from the University of Reading.

As a commercially successful artist, he was nominated for Best Jazz Vocal Album at the 47th Grammy Awards.

One of his well-known Christmas jazz numbers is “Show Me The Magic,” a high-quality piece that evokes the atmosphere of 1970s jazz.

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