Ella Wishes You a Swinging Christmas with Vanessa Williams(2020)

Ella Wishes You a Swinging Christmas with Vanessa Williams is a holiday music special featuring the American Pops Orchestra performing Ella Fitzgerald's beloved seasonal album. Hosted and sung by Vanessa Williams, the 60-minute concert celebrates timeless Christmas standards with jazz sophistication and warmth. The performance brings together an ensemble of accomplished vocalists including Dee Dee Bridgewater, Norm Lewis, Carmen Ruby Floyd, Nova Payton, Dave Detwiler, and Morgan James. Created in collaboration with the Ella Fitzgerald Charitable Foundation, the special honors one of jazz's greatest voices while delivering festive arrangements perfect for the holiday season. It's an elegant tribute combining classic swing sensibilities with Christmas cheer.