Winter Solstice Reflections & Christmas Songs with Johnny Schaefer
Award-winning singer-songwriter Johnny Schaefer celebrates the Winter Solstice, his birthday, and his new single “Pictures of Christmas.”
Big Blend Radio · Lisa D. Smith
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Show Notes
In this special Winter Solstice episode of Big Blend Radio, we celebrate the birthday of award-winning singer-songwriter Johnny Schaefer, cohost of the Big Daily Blend Podcast (airs every 1st Sunday), along with the season’s spirit of reflection, gratitude, and togetherness.
The conversation explores the meaning of the Winter Solstice, cherished holiday traditions, and the joy of gathering with friends and family. Johnny shares stories behind his Christmas music—including his newest single “Pictures of Christmas”—and discusses the art of storytelling through song, vocal expression, and the role of instruments in creating timeless holiday music. From Advent hymns to eclectic seasonal favorites, this episode highlights how music connects generations and cultures while offering comfort, joy, and inspiration during the holidays.
🎶 Learn more about Johnny Schaefer: https://hearjohnny.com/
🎄 Johnny Schaefer – Christmas Songs:
* Pictures of Christmas – https://youtu.be/B9Fe3w1DT9M?si=8tbwd2MpHhOcLBCk
* Bring a Torch Jeanette Isabella – https://youtu.be/sSW7-lf5-W4?si=DWx6-qx5VcLvAwfI
* O Come, O Come, Emmanuel – https://www.youtube.com/watch?si=C7bTYvC2Om8oHJsH&v=eKCjm0OYwFo&feature=youtu.be
* Joseph's Prayer – https://youtu.be/5UFwqoY5ZEo?si=h73PoXeeKXeJO-Uw
* Proclamation of the Birth of Christ – https://youtu.be/sSW7-lf5-W4?si=sbLViGId5hPOWoZ7
* The Bach-Gounod Ave Maria – https://youtu.be/qlzJCMai1so?si=UQWvSaXl6XHJNguT
* People Look East – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WqG5Vammou0
* All the Babes on Christmas Born – https://youtu.be/ZB2hNDbHn8o?si=y4ycCE12h08f4ET5
* Finlandia Brasileira – https://youtu.be/8M_LlEhUH7c?si=zNM3Ee5NYtXQjaU3
* The Friendly Beasts and Away in a Manger – https://youtu.be/eg3-eZAOx9A?si=DCQqULcp73jN2Stw
🎼 Johnny’s Christmas Playlists:
* Advent: A Musical Journey – https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLj6NTFiUTbxEGsz9QP4eDmYGmLeJrkEdB&si=9DwY9TfntZfAJd3b
* Eclectic Christmas Playlist – https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLj6NTFiUTbxETSCjjnsbwmOqBKtkt_MEW&si=v9PIN4Vwad3j8a8L
* From Here to Nativity Album – https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLj6NTFiUTbxFAt6UC2Fvzn6PHdGCgTj9M&si=3i2OPmuAFMlOFevd
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