Mantovani was born in Venice, Italy and his father was the concertmaster of La Scala orchestra under Arturo Toscanini. His family moved to England in 1912, where he studied at Trinity College of Music in London. After graduation, he formed his own orchestra, which played in and around Birmingham. By the time World War II broke out, his orchestra was one of the most popular in England, both on the BBC and in live performances.
White Christmas
Mantovani & His Orchestra Lyrics
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Just like the ones I used to know
Where the treetops glisten and children listen
To hear sleigh bells in the snow
I'm dreaming of a white Christmas
With every Christmas card I write
May your days be merry and bright
I'm dreaming of a white Christmas
Just like the ones I used to know
Where the treetops glisten and children listen
To hear sleigh bells in the snow
I'm dreaming of a white Christmas
With every Christmas card I write
May your days be merry and bright
And may all your Christmases be white
The lyrics to Mantovani & His Orchestra's song "White Christmas" evoke feelings of nostalgia and yearning for the Christmas seasons of the past. The singer longs for a Christmas filled with the familiar sights and sounds of the holiday, reminiscing about the treetops glistening under the snow and the joyous sound of children eagerly listening for the sleigh bells.
The repetition of the phrase "I'm dreaming of a white Christmas" emphasizes the yearning and longing for the idealized Christmas memories. The singer is not only wishing for a snowy Christmas, but also hoping for the warmth and joy that comes with the holiday season. By mentioning Christmas cards, the lyrics suggest that the singer is sending greetings to friends and loved ones, sharing their hopes for a festive and white Christmas.
The final lines express the well wishes for the listeners, hoping that their days are filled with merriment and brightness, and that all their Christmases will be white. Ultimately, the song captures the essence of a perfect and idyllic Christmas, where the past and present intertwine in a dreamlike state of nostalgia and anticipation.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm dreaming of a white Christmas
I long for a Christmas filled with snow and joy
Just like the ones I used to know
Similar to the cherished Christmases from my past
Where the treetops glisten and children listen
Amidst shimmering tree branches, children eagerly await
To hear sleigh bells in the snow
Anticipating the enchanting sound of sleigh bells amidst the snowy scenery
With every Christmas card I write
With each heartfelt holiday message I compose
May your days be merry and bright
Wishing you joyous and illuminated days
And may all your Christmases be white
Hoping all your future Christmases are snowy and magical
Just like the ones I used to know
Just like the cherished Christmases from my past
Where the treetops glisten and children listen
Amidst shimmering tree branches, children eagerly await
To hear sleigh bells in the snow
Anticipating the enchanting sound of sleigh bells amidst the snowy scenery
With every Christmas card I write
With each heartfelt holiday message I compose
May your days be merry and bright
Wishing you joyous and illuminated days
And may all your Christmases be white
Hoping all your future Christmases are snowy and magical
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Irving Berlin
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@kyleflounder9783
It's crazy how indicative this piece is of the era it's from. Anything from the string intensities to the way they vary through the song in harmony, all feels so mid-century. It's such a "Christmasy" song, I don't know how to describe it. It just feels like Christmas.
@divineoracle4809
I agree, I stumbled upon this record at the thrift store for 50 cents. This was the first record that I got to play on my new record player, it was so interesting learning how to use it and everything. I really didn't expect it to be so beautiful, the crackle and everything is just so different. It truly brings you to a different place in time. It's also surreal thinking that there could be a possibility that the original owners of this record could be gone now, this record has seen so many timeframes and might hold beautiful memories for someone! ❤️
Happy holidays, take care and have a fantastic year! 🙏
@oldbeatpete
... when you say " mid century " you talkin' to me?!!!
@ninarizzo7312
He and his orchestra were fabulous. We had a few of his records.🤗👍❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️👏👏👏👏👏
@oldbeatpete
"Mont a van ee"... a thick rich sauce like the name sez, a musical gravy for the ears......
@alanfox7312
I still think bing Crosby do the best version
@jimbotc2000
Bing sang it.