Elvis Presley - Holly Leaves and Christmas Trees - From First Take to the Master

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  • čas přidán 7. 09. 2024
  • Chronologically the ninth track, or third track of Side 2, on the original 1971 album “Elvis Sings The Wonderful World of Christmas”, it was also the second shortest of the eleven track contained in the album.
    It was recorded by Elvis on 15 May 1971 at RCA’s studio B in Nashville and the master was achieved in ten takes. Additional backing overdubs were added on 24 May in RCA’s studio A by The Imperials and Mille Kirkham.
    Orchestral overdubs were added on 22 June in RCA’s Hollywood Studios to an arrangement by Glen Spreen who himself played organ at this overdub session. It is also interesting to note that Elvis’ lead guitarist, James Burton, was also present at this overdub session adding additional guitar and also as band leader along with Glen Spreen.
    As with all of these videos, to get the most out of the audio, I highly recommend you use ear /headphones and turn the volume up as much as you dare!
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Komentáře • 58

  • @David-ub2eo
    @David-ub2eo Před rokem +2

    This is my favourite Elvis Christmas song. Great to hear all takes from start to finish.. even the takes Elvis didn't use of his songs were better than most artists proper releases. He was untouchable in the recording studio and unmatched on stage. Quite simply the best and the best by a long long way. EP Forever.

  • @marilynmosley1564
    @marilynmosley1564 Před 2 lety +1

    Beautiful.!! Always and Forever, the One & Only, “ Elvis “
    Love his more mature voice, just got better with age.

  • @mariamariscal5616
    @mariamariscal5616 Před rokem +2

    Que canción tan hermosa pero me pone triste , solo de pensar que nuestro hermoso Elvis se nos fue de este mundo tan rápido

  • @helenludlow2331
    @helenludlow2331 Před 2 lety +3

    Love Elvis singing Xmas songs as much as his gospel songs. His voice is so smooth and beautiful just melts your heart and puts you in Xmas mood!!🎄🎁🎀

  • @elvisfan1971
    @elvisfan1971 Před rokem +1

    It's amazing how ya'll find these takes he did from back in 1971. I love playing Holly Leaves and Christmas trees on my Guitar every Christmas time. Thanks for sharing this stuff.

  • @vilmamoro1809
    @vilmamoro1809 Před 2 lety +12

    All the takes to me are wonderful, when Elvis sings!
    Great song, soft easy listening and Elvis's voice just cradles you along with the lyrics!
    Fantastic!

  • @anY-bf9ud
    @anY-bf9ud Před 2 lety +4

    Oh boy he just knew how to tug at your heart strings didn't he.

  • @carolbartee127
    @carolbartee127 Před rokem

    Beautiful no one but Elvis can get to the beauty of all Elvis songs what beauty Elvis brought to so many life's that soft velvety voice Elvis the golden voice there is just no other 😎 Thanks TCB love Elvis Christmas 😎🎯💯❤️

  • @MosterRotte
    @MosterRotte Před 2 lety +5

    My absolut favorit Elvis song. Hear it all year round🥰

  • @jariheikkila4782
    @jariheikkila4782 Před 2 lety +6

    Great outtakes and master 🎤🍺

  • @suzyq7748
    @suzyq7748 Před 2 lety

    A new song for me to treasure.....💝

  • @sherrera66
    @sherrera66 Před 2 lety +7

    Beautiful song Elvis’ voice so soft and smooth I was just picturing the snow Christmas trees and some holly. A peaceful scene and Karen is right I haven’t heard it either but with so many songs we are bound to not hear some.

    • @karentranter7806
      @karentranter7806 Před 2 lety

      Hi herrera,
      Hope you are well.
      I can't believe I've never heard this song before and it's so beautiful. A lady just text me she is 73 and been a fan for 60 years and has never heard it either. Just amazing.
      Hope you are well herrera take care xxx 💝

    • @sherrera66
      @sherrera66 Před 2 lety +1

      @@karentranter7806 I know I’m doing well thank you

    • @karentranter7806
      @karentranter7806 Před 2 lety +1

      @@sherrera66 glad to hear it herrera xxx 💝

    • @elfriedekupfer931
      @elfriedekupfer931 Před 2 lety +1

      @@karentranter7806 Hello Karen I'm knowing for that rare Christmas song of Elvis but it's never mind if Elvis sang so lovely ❤️ 🎶 and all other Christmas songs are beautiful of him Iwwisj you merry Christmas and happy new year from Austria 🇦🇹 Vienna 🎄🤶🎅🎁⛄🌹

    • @karentranter7806
      @karentranter7806 Před 2 lety +1

      @@elfriedekupfer931 hi Elfi,
      What a beautiful song isn't it!!!! How are you Elfi? Sending love 😍 to you in Austria 🇦🇹 take care lovely xxx 💝

  • @user-li4fp5qo4m
    @user-li4fp5qo4m Před 10 měsíci

    never caref mucu for christmas songs, but this one - beautiful!

  • @ludevinadefreitas213
    @ludevinadefreitas213 Před 2 lety +6

    Sweet voice... Nice Song. Thanks. 🎄☃

  • @lavenabaxter6504
    @lavenabaxter6504 Před 2 lety +7

    Absolutely Beautiful! I'd never really listened to this song, wish I had paid more attention to it before.

  • @grahammalcolm7130
    @grahammalcolm7130 Před 2 lety +4

    Hi Leon. This is a lovley song . Iv been a fan for 40 years . I never really liked this album but recently I have appriciated it more .

  • @karentranter7806
    @karentranter7806 Před 2 lety +11

    Hi Leon,
    A strange thing for me to say but I'm sure I've never heard this song before.
    The words are beautiful. I need to listen to it a few more times.
    Thank you Leon xxx 💝

    • @reneehorn5257
      @reneehorn5257 Před 2 lety +4

      73 now, been a fan for over 60 years and never heard this either! I’ll join you in listening over and over

    • @karentranter7806
      @karentranter7806 Před 2 lety +1

      @@reneehorn5257 hi Renee, how could this beautiful sweet song pass us by after all these years. 3rd time I've listened to it now and it's getting to be a little 💎 to me now.
      Nice talking to you Renee, and Enjoy the beautiful Elvis songs.
      Did you ever get to see Elvis live Renee? Or like me would it be a dream.
      Take care Renee xxx 💝

    • @reneehorn5257
      @reneehorn5257 Před 2 lety

      @@karentranter7806 no born and raised in France, US army wife but my husband served with Elvis in Germany! Check out Bob Joyce is Elvis on telegram! You’ll be pleasantly surprised. Watch Pastor Bob Joyce Sunday sermon on YT he’ll tell you who he really is

    • @karentranter7806
      @karentranter7806 Před 2 lety +1

      @@reneehorn5257 hi Renee,
      Thats amazing that your husband was in the army with Elvis, so interesting. Yes I have seen pastor Bob Joyce. He does look and sounds a lot like Elvis.
      I must go to bed now it's 2.15am in England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 so it must be a very similar time in France 🇫🇷. I look forward to talking to you soon Renee. Take care my friend xxx 💝

    • @anY-bf9ud
      @anY-bf9ud Před 2 lety

      Hi Karen, it's a tear jerker for sure .
      Great album, playing it over and over right now.
      Take care.

  • @nancycarter5270
    @nancycarter5270 Před 2 lety

    Love this song

  • @marcusstuhlenmiller4903
    @marcusstuhlenmiller4903 Před 2 lety +1

    the king of Music and Entertainment in Work
    i love this very much

  • @giannabonadeo4231
    @giannabonadeo4231 Před 2 lety +3

    Mi sono persa qualcosa. Non l’avevo mai sentita. Stupenda e dolce voce del grande ELVIS . Grazie e buon 8 dicembre 💚🎼🎄 IL RE VIVE 👑❤️⚡️

  • @egonenedit9444
    @egonenedit9444 Před 2 lety +1

    Voice the king masterpiece unique La voce del re un capolavoro unico

  • @graziettacarcetta2498
    @graziettacarcetta2498 Před 2 lety

    Oh my Oh my VELVET VOICE 🕺🏆 MERRY XMAS 😍🧑‍🎄

  • @sircurtis6849
    @sircurtis6849 Před rokem +1

    Good song but I dont like the triangle instrument heard in every take.