Chicago, “What Child Is This” from ‘Chicago XXV’ (1998): Saturdays in the Park
“What Child Is This” demonstrates that Bill Champlin’s greatest contribution to Chicago was his arrangement acumen.
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Chicago, “Silent Night” from ‘Chicago XXV: The Christmas Album’ (1998): Saturdays in the Park
Jason Scheff offers a stand-out performance on Chicago’s rendition of one of the world’s most beloved carols.
Chicago, “Sleigh Ride” from ‘Chicago XXV’ (1998): Saturdays in the Park
This track is different spin on an old warhorse – and for that, I gave Chicago some credit.
Chicago, “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” (1998): Saturdays in the Park
This holiday update illustrates a point: Chicago is like pizza. Even when it’s not great, it’s still really good.
Chicago, “The Christmas Song” from Chicago XXV (1998): Saturdays in the Park
This is the Chicago I long for. It’s nice to see it return every now and then.
Chicago, “O Come All Ye Faithful” from Chicago XXV: The Christmas Album (1998): Saturdays in the Park
“O Come All Ye Faithful,” featuring restrained, yet thoughtfully modern production from Roy Bittan, is one of my favorite Chicago Christmas songs.
Chicago, “Feliz Navidad” from Chicago XXV: The Christmas Album (1998): Saturdays in the Park
“Feliz Navidad” is an upbeat Latin-tinged Christmas carol from the legendary Jose Feliciano – or at least it was until Chicago got a hold of it.
Chicago, “Little Drummer Boy” from Chicago XXV (1998): Saturdays in the Park
Since it arrived on 1998’s ‘Chicago XXV,’ this update of “Little Drummer Boy” has grown to become a personal favorite – and, in my opinion, the definitive version.
Chicago, “Let It Snow” from Chicago XXV: The Christmas Album (1998)
“Let It Snow” closes with one of the famed Chicago horn section’s 10 best moments. When listening in my car, I always play it a second time.
