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

If you want to spend Christmas with a touch of style and long for a happy, romantic holiday, jazz versions of Christmas songs are just what you need.

Many artists have taken on jazz arrangements of well-known Christmas tunes, and quite a few have released them as full Christmas albums.

In this article, we’ll introduce a generous selection of classic jazz numbers perfect for Christmas listening—even for complete jazz beginners.

From timeless standards to hidden gems, and even artists’ original Christmas songs, enjoy a lineup that includes fresh, new tracks as well.

[2026] Jazz numbers perfect for Christmas: from classics to original songs (41–50)

Christmas EveBilly Eckstine

Billy Eckstine was a representative jazz vocalist of the Swing era.

He was active not only as a jazz singer but also as a pop singer, and was one of the artists who sparked the jazz boom of the 1950s.

His voice has a rich, deep low register, similar to Nat King Cole’s.

Many Black vocalists tend to have voices with a lot of depth, don’t they? His Christmas Eve is one of his classic holiday songs.

Be sure to check it out.

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Santa BabyEartha Kitt

This Christmas song is characterized by its cute lyrics asking Santa for luxury items like a car, a yacht, and a ring because she’s been a good girl.

It’s a song that has been covered by many famous female singers, including Madonna and Taylor Swift.

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Good Morning BluesElla Fitzgerald

Ella Fitzgerald – Good Morning Blues
Good Morning BluesElla Fitzgerald

Ella Fitzgerald, a legend in the jazz world.

She has released several Christmas albums, and this is a Christmas song from one of them, A Swinging Christmas.

It’s recommended for those who think, “Instrumentals are nice, but jazz is all about the vocals!”

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Merry Christmas BabyEtta James

Merry Christmas Baby is known as an R&B jazz number.

Released in 1947, it has been covered by world-renowned artists such as Chuck Berry, Otis Redding, B.B.

King, and Elvis Presley.

This time, I’ve chosen the version by Etta James, an R&B singer who was active from the 1960s to the 1970s.

Although it’s R&B, it has a very strong jazz element, so it’s also recommended for jazz lovers.

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White ChristmasOscar Peterson

Here’s a classic Christmas song arranged by Oscar Peterson into a slow jazz number.

It might not be ideal for parties, but it’s perfect for chilling out at a bar.

The subtle strings are the key—they’re what really seal the Christmas vibe.

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