Joan's holiday symphonic pops concert, Retrophonic Christmas, includes Judy Garland’s original arrangements of “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” from Meet Me in St. Louis and “The Christmas Song” from her 1963 holiday television special, Eydie Gormé’s “White Christmas,” “My Favorite Things,” and “Sleigh Ride,” Peggy Lee's "The Christmas Waltz," Ella Fitzgerald’s “Santa Claus Is Coming to Town,” Sarah Vaughan’s “Snowbound,” Kay Starr’s “The Man With the Bag,” “Kay Thompson’s Jingle Bells,” Lena Horne’s “Let It Snow!,” Andy Williams’ “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year,” and many other nostalgic favorites. Several songs also include full choir or small vocal ensemble!
A Judy Garland Christmas will debut in December 2025, featuring holiday songs and standards
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“...Rare combination of artist, archivist, and arranger...”
~Michael Feinstein
”Another highlight…is Joan Ellison’s wondrous performance of ‘Over the Rainbow.’ Her voice strong and clear,…Ellison gives a master class in interpretation. Painting a picture with her talent and emotion, Ellison’s irresistible performance inspires an electric reaction from the crowd.”
~New Jersey Stage”