Nothing Rhymes with Christmas: Choral SoundTrax CD

A conversation with a friend who is genuinely trying to solve an impossible puzzle, punctuated by knowing laughter and genuine warmth. The jazz groove keeps everything moving forward with energy while the heartfelt resolution gives the novelty concept real depth.

Holiday programs looking to break the mold with smart, accessible humor that engages both singers and listeners. Choirs wanting a secular piece that lands emotionally without requiring a large ensemble; this works equally well in smaller groups and large choirs.

• Lean into the rhythmic precision of the jazz idiom; loose timing will undermine the comedy. The punchlines land only when the ensemble stays locked together.
• Shape the melody with intention through the failed rhyme attempts. Each lyrical fumble should feel like a real moment of playful struggle rather than a throwaway joke.
• Balance vocal blend with clarity so that the witty lyrics cut through. Enunciation matters here more than in many holiday pieces.

Open a holiday concert with this to set a lighthearted tone, or place it midprogram as a palate cleanser between reverent arrangements. Its brevity and charm also make it ideal for shorter holiday performances or community events where you want humor that doesn't overshadow your full program.

• Phrasing and comedic timing in a jazz-influenced idiom
• Precision in rhythmic unison across a small ensemble
• Lyrical clarity and diction in a novelty context
• Stylistic flexibility within popular music genres