Holiday Picks: Raffi's Christmas Album

With snow in the forecast, temperatures dropping, and people digging out their mittens and hats, it's officially December!  Enjoy a holiday pick each day before Christmas.

Raffi.  Rounder Records, 1983.  CD.

When it comes to children's music, artist Raffi is one of my go-tos, especially when looking for music for children's programs.  ("Shake My Sillies Out" is a storytime favorite.)  I just love his voice.  His Christmas album is delightful, and a perfect choice to share with your children.  Sick of the radio and it's repetitive holiday rotation?  Try some music CDs from the library, like this one.  Full of classic Christmas tunes like "Jingle Bells" and "We Wish You a Merry Christmas," it also includes less frequently played songs such as "Must Be Santa" (I love the repetition of this song, and how it builds with each verse) and "Petit Papa Noel."  I guarantee you'll be singing along to Raffi!  What is your favorite Christmas song?