Christmas Music Medley: The Best Instrumental Songs

Looking for some great Christmas music to get you in the holiday spirit? Check out our Christmas Music Medley, featuring the best instrumental Christmas songs!

Christmas Music Medley: The Best Instrumental Songs

It’s that time of year again! The holidays are upon us and what better way to get into the Christmas spirit than by listening to some festive music. We’ve put together a list of the best instrumental Christmas songs to get you feeling merry and bright. From traditional carols to more modern renditions, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. So, sit back, relax, and let the Christmas tunes flow.

What are the best instrumental Christmas songs?

Whether you’re looking for music to get you in the Christmas spirit, or simply want to relax with some festive tunes, these are the best instrumental Christmas songs.

From traditional hymns to sentimental ballads, these pieces are sure to fill you with the holiday spirit. Jingle Bells, Silent Night, Joy to the World, and The First Noel are just a few of the classics that made our list. If you’re looking for something a little different, trysleigh Ride by Leroy Anderson or March of the Toys by Victor Herbert.

And don’t forget about holiday favorites like A Charlie Brown Christmas by Vince Guaraldi and The Nutcracker Suite by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky. However you choose to celebrate this holiday season, we hope you enjoy these instrumental Christmas songs.

What are the best Christmas songs to play on the piano?

Christmas time is a great time to break out the piano and get some holiday music going! There are all sorts of great Christmas songs that sound great on the piano, but it can be tough to decide which ones to play.

Here are five of the best Christmas songs to play on the piano:

“Jingle Bells” is a classic Christmas song that everyone knows and loves. It’s perfect for beginner piano players, and it sounds great when played on the piano.

“Silent Night” is another classic Christmas song that sounds beautiful when played on the piano. It’s perfect for intermediate to advanced piano players.

“The First Noel” is a beautiful, slower Christmas song that sounds great when played on the piano. It’s perfect for intermediate to advanced pianists.

“O Come, All Ye Faithful” is a traditional Christmas carol that sounds wonderful when played on the piano. It’s perfect for intermediate to advanced pianists.

“Hark! The Herald Angels Sing” is a festive Christmas song that will fill your home with holiday cheer. It’s perfect for beginner to intermediate pianists.

What are the best Christmas songs to play on the guitar?

Christmas songs are some of the most popular songs played on the guitar. Many guitarists learn to play them during the holidays, and some even make a career out of playing Christmas songs. Here is a list of some of the best Christmas songs to play on the guitar:

“Jingle Bells” is one of the most iconic Christmas songs, and it is also one of the easiest to play on the guitar. It only uses three chords, and it has a very simple melody that is easy to follow.

“Silent Night” is another classic Christmas song that is easy to play on the guitar. It uses four chords, and its melody is very simple and easy to remember.

“Joy to the World” is a joyful song that is perfect for playing on the guitar during the holidays. It uses three chords, and its melody is easy to follow.

“O Come, All Ye Faithful” is a beautiful Christmas song that can be played on the guitar. It uses four chords, and its melody is easy to follow.

The Best Instrumental Christmas Songs

It’s that time of year again! Time to put on your favorite Christmas music and get into the holiday spirit. But what are the best instrumental Christmas songs? Here is a list of some of our favorites.

“We Wish You a Merry Christmas”

One of the most popular Christmas songs, “We Wish You a Merry Christmas” has a cheery, sing-along quality that makes it a favorite among both children and adults. The origin of the song is unknown, but it is thought to be English in origin. Though the melody is simple, the lyrics are festive and upbeat, making it a perfect song to get everyone in the holiday spirit!

“Jingle Bells”

One of the most popular Christmas songs of all time, “Jingle Bells” was written by James Lord Pierpont in 1857. It’s a classic that’s been recorded by everyone from Bing Crosby to the Chipmunks, and has been translated into dozens of languages.

“Silent Night”

One of the most popular religious Christmas songs, “Silent Night” was originally sung in German. It was written in 1818 by Franz Xaver Gruber to lyrics by Joseph Mohr. The song was first performed on Christmas Eve that year in the church of St. Nikolaus in Oberndorf, Austria, where Gruber was the organist and Mohr the assistant priest.

The melody of “Silent Night” is what makes it so special and distinguishes it from other holiday songs. The simple, elegant tune has been memorably set to music by a number of well-known composers over the years, including Johann Sebastian Bach, Felix Mendelssohn, and Houston Grand Opera’s own Carlisle Floyd. Here are a few of our favorite recordings of this timeless Christmas classic:

“Deck the Halls”

“Deck the Halls” is a Christmas carol originally written in English. The words are thought to have come from Scotland, and the melody from Wales. The carol first appeared in print in 1784, though it may have been sung earlier.

The song is about decking the halls (or, in some versions, the house) with boughs of holly, and is sung as part of the Christmas celebration.

The melody of “Deck the Halls” has been used in other songs and pieces of music, including “Auld Lang Syne”, “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen”, and “Jingle Bells”.

“Joy to the World”

“Joy to the World” is a popular Christmas carol with a text adapted by Isaac Watts from the opening lines of Psalm 98 in the Bible. The carol first appeared in 1719 in Watts’ collection The Psalms of David: Imitated in the language of the New Testament, and Apply’d to the Christian state and worship. Watts’ famously changed the opening line from “Light dawns on creation’s darkest night” which reflects the themes of new beginnings, hope, and change that are so central to the Christmas story.

This beautiful arrangement by Ben Craven captures all the joy and hope of this beloved carol. The arrangement begins with a lone flute playing the simple melody over a light accompaniment of strings. As the melody unfolds, more instruments join in, creating a rich tapestry of sound that culminates in a triumphant finale. This is sure to be a Christmas favorite for years to come!

“O Come, All Ye Faithful”

“O Come, All Ye Faithful” is a traditional Christmas carol that has been performed by many artists over the years. This medley features some of the best instrumental renditions of the song, including versions by the Boston Pops Orchestra, the Mormon Tabernacle Choir, and Trans-Siberian Orchestra.

“Hark! The Herald Angels Sing”

“Hark! The Herald Angels Sing” is a Christmas carol that first appeared in 1739 in the collection Hymns and Sacred Poems. The original text was by Charles Wesley, and the carol has been adapted and rearranged by various composers over the years. The most popular version in the United Kingdom is by William Hayman Cummings. In the United States, the best-known arrangement is by David Willcocks.

“The First Noel”

“The First Noel” is a traditional English Christmas carol, most likely from the early 19th century. The first known version of the carol was published in 1833, although the melody may be much older. The lyrics tell the story of the Nativity of Jesus Christ.

The carol is most commonly sung by a solo voice or small choir, accompanied by piano or orchestra. The simple melody and religious lyrics make “The First Noel” a popular choice for Christmas concerts and services. This arrangement for solo voice and piano features a beautiful, flowing accompaniment that highlights the beauty of the melody.

“Angels We Have Heard on High”

“Angels We Have Heard on High” is a Christmas carol that was first published in 1533. The tune is French, and the lyrics are based on Luke 2:13-14. The carol has been translated into many languages, and it continues to be a popular Christmas song today.

“Away in a Manger”

Away in a Manger is a popular Christmas carol. The words are credited to John T. McFarland who, according to some sources, wrote them in 1887. However, the first known publication was in theinfant’s magazine The Penny Whistle Newspaper in 1898. Musicologists believe that the melody is much older than the current lyrics and was possibly originally a German folk tune or lullaby. The tune appeared in print as early as 1884, and was attributed to James Ramsay Murray, a Scottish musician and minister.

“Away in a Manger” is often synonymous with Christmas and is one of the most popular holiday songs worldwide. It has been recorded by hundreds of artists over the years, including Frank Sinatra, Willie Nelson, Mahalia Jackson, Michael Bublé, Celine Dion and Barbra Streisand.