Ice Breaker – Top 5 Christmas Songs
Each week on The Stretched Blog, we ask an ice breaker question. The questions are designed to help us get to know each other here in The Stretched Community. I’ll provide my answer to the question here in the post, and then you can leave your response in the comments. While you’re in the comments section, see how others answered the ice breaker question.
This week’s question is designed to get you in the holiday spirit. While malls, shopping centers, and television commercials begin playing Christmas music right after Halloween, our family typically doesn’t start listening to Christmas music until right after Thanksgiving. Since today’s Ice Breaker falls one day after Thanksgiving, I thought it would be a good idea to start thinking about Christmas songs that you like.
Question: Name your top 5 Christmas songs.
My Answer: My list will include a mix of Christian and secular songs. (For my Jewish friends, you are welcome to chime in with any songs that may be part of your traditions.)
(1) In A Bleak Midwinter – This isn’t a real popular song, but I love the words. “What shall I give Him? Give my heart.”
(2) Go Tell It On The Mountain – A fun song about spreading the Good News. I especially when we sing this one on our neighborhood caroling adventures.
(3) I’ll Be Home For Christmas – I had a saxophone solo in this song when I was in the junior high jazz band. As a result, this song has always had a special place in my heart.
(4) Santa Claus Is Coming To Town (Bruce Springsteen version) – I didn’t grow up with the Santa tradition, but I’ve always enjoyed hearing this song when it comes on the radio – especially the saxophone solo part. I dream of playing that part someday with a live band.
(5) The Gift – I first heard this song when someone gave Leanne the Jim Brickman Christmas album by the same title. I’ve had the privilege of hearing it live twice at Brickman concerts. It’s a great song to put you in the right mindset for Christmas.
There you have it – my answer. Now, it’s your turn. Answer this week’s ice breaker question by leaving a comment. I look forward to reading your response!