Fifth grade Barton Hills Choir members are scheduled to record a show of Christmas music at KUT in Studio 1A on Friday, December 17. The show will air the following week – watch this web site for specific date and time.

Meanwhile, here are six rehearsal songs to practice for the KUT show. Musicians for these recordings are:

• Gavin Tabone, bass and piano
• Aaron “Hair Doctor” Dembe, guitar
• Jake “Mr. Bubbles” Perlman, drums

Winter WonderlandWinter Wonderland

It’s The Most Wonderful Time of the YearIt’s The Most Wonderful Time of the Year

Sleigh RideSleigh Ride

Santa Claus is Coming to TownSanta Claus is Coming to Town

Jingle Bell RockJingle Bell Rock

The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire)The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire)

Fun facts:

• The Christmas Song (more commonly recognized by the beginning verse “Chestnuts roasting on an open fire”) was written by Mel Torme and Bob Wells in 1944 in the middle of a blistering hot summer.
• According to BMI “The Christmas Song” is the most performed Christmas song. One of the most recent artists to record it is Vanessa Doofenshmirtz for Phineas and Ferb Holiday Favorites.

Related Posts:

• KUT recording photos
• BHC records at KUT
• KUT recording session photos
• Pictures from KUT’s Studio 1A
• BHC to air on KUT Tuesday, Dec. 21 at 2 PM