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

Count Your BlessingsBarry Manilow

Barry Manilow: “Count Your Blessings”

Barry Manilow is an artist who excels in every scene—as a vocalist, composer, and producer.

He also has strong ties to Japan, having been close with Hideki Saijo and even providing songs for him.

He remains active to this day, releasing numerous classics since the 1960s.

One of his staple Christmas songs is Count Your Blessings.

It’s recommended for fans of jazz from the ’60s and ’70s.

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Rudolph the Red-Nosed ReindeerElla Fitzgerald

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer

Can you tell what song it is from the title “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer”? That’s right—it’s the song known in Japan as “Akanohana no Tonakai.” This version is by the legendary jazz singer Ella Fitzgerald, which preserves the song’s charming cuteness while turning it into a moody big band jazz number.

Christmas Evecovers jazz project

JAZZ Christmas Eve

It’s a jazz-arranged cover of Tatsuro Yamashita’s ‘Christmas Eve.’ The stylish arrangement is perfect—just the kind of music you’d expect to hear in a cozy winter café.

It’s performed as a trio of piano, bass, and drums.

Highly recommended as background music when you want to create a slightly chic atmosphere!

The Christmas SongBeegie Adair

Beegie Adair – The Christmas Song – Jazz Piano Christmas

A track from Jazz Piano Christmas, an album of Christmas cover songs by pianist Beegie Adair, renowned as a session musician.

The piano tones woven by his masterful technique are so soothing they make you want to close your eyes.

I think it’s a perfect piece to shine in a relaxed, cozy setting.

The Christmas WaltzFrank Sinatra

Frank Sinatra – The Christmas Waltz (Official Video)

Set to a waltz-like rhythm, this classic sung by Frank Sinatra warms the heart with lyrics that capture the magic of Christmas.

Released in 1954, the song was also included on Sinatra’s Christmas album, “A Jolly Christmas from Frank Sinatra.” Set against a Christmas backdrop, it gracefully depicts wintry scenes such as frosted windows and candlelight.

It’s perfect not only for couples to enjoy together, but also as background music for Christmas parties with family and friends.

Have Yourself A Merry Little ChristmasFrank Sinatra

Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas (Remastered)

Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas is a classic originally written as an original song for the 1944 musical film Meet Me in St.

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It’s widely known as a quintessential Christmas jazz number.

The lyrics sweetly depict spending Christmas with a lover.

Even today, it remains a beloved standard covered by a variety of jazz vocalists and pop artists, but this time I’ve chosen Frank Sinatra’s rendition, which is among the most famous of the many covers.

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We Three KingsRamsey Lewis Trio

We Three Kings

This song, known in Japanese as “Warera wa Kitarinu,” is a Christmas carol composed in 1857.

It tells the story of the three kings who came to present gifts to Christ at Christmas.

The Ramsey Lewis Trio arranged this somewhat melancholic waltz and added a slightly funky flavor to their performance.

Since it’s played by a trio, the title and the image overlap in a stylish way.

It’s also fun to compare it with the original version, so I highly recommend giving both a listen.

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Hirakawa Masako (Bōkarisuto: Sakata Mizumako)

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