A Holly Jolly Christmas

Christmas Piano

“A Holly Jolly Christmas” is a popular Christmas song written by Johnny Marks in 1962. It was first recorded by Burl Ives in 1964 and has since become a holiday classic. Marks was a prolific songwriter of Christmas tunes and is also known for composing other holiday classics like “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” and “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree.” “A Holly Jolly Christmas” features a cheerful and catchy melody, making it a favorite for both listeners and performers during the Christmas season.

“A Holly Jolly Christmas” is relatively accessible for pianists with a moderate skill level. The melody of “A Holly Jolly Christmas” is pleasantly uncomplicated, making it suitable for pianists with a moderate level of finger dexterity. While there are some jumps in the melody, they are generally within the reach of an intermediate player.

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