Most people don't know that Johnny Marks also wrote "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" and "A Holly Jolly Christmas". Brenda Lee recorded Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree in 1958 and it became a hit song. By the song's 50th anniversary in 2008, Lee's original version had sold over 15 million copies around the world. Another thing that most people don't know is that Brenda Lee recorded the song when she was only 12 or 13 years old, even though her voice sounds like an adult. In a 2019 interview Lee recalled "I was only 12 and I had not had a lot of success in records, but for some reason he heard me and wanted me to do it. And I did."
Bravo!! Those trills were so fun to listen to!! Thank you for sharing your smile and your talent, Leander!! Santa is about to take off in his sleigh to bring to joy and toys to all the boys and girls … just a few more nights! 🎄
Seeing when this was written reminds me of how old I am. I was a teenager in 1958 and remember it when it first became a hit. Now like me, it’s a classic! Thank you, Leander for bringing back memories of happier days. Love you. ❤❤❤❤
@@TentoesMe And I was a kindergartener that Christmas! My parents had just bought the Bing Crosby Christmas album and my mother brought it to my kindergarten class so the teacher could play it while we lay down on our mats for our little rest time. I was so proud that it was my family's record being played!
Leander thank you! You are heartwarming! Your music is, too - but its your joy and your smile, that makes me come here every single day - hoping for a new video. And you keep on with that phenomenal output. Thank you so very much.
So you got your Christmas tree, and we all got a perfect Rockin' song to go with it! Good history on the song, I learned something; Brenda Lee is as old as me! Ha ha! Keep teaching and entertaining us, you know we all love you! 🤗🎄🎆 Jerry
Dear Leander, you spoil us all with your virtually daily postings, all of them so splendidly played, and with gusto and joy that is infectious. My guess is that Christmas is your favourite time of year, as it is for me and my family, and we want you to know that the holiday music you play means so much to all of us. We want you to know that tuning into Leander playing Christmas music will be our latest Christmas tradition to add to all the rituals we embrace. Wishes for blessings and joy to you and your family at this most special time of year. God bless, Love, Pat
@@conorcolon I am really happy that you like all of my Christmas videos so much and that you will listen to them to celebrate Christmas. I really like Christmas a lot
Hey, Leander! You already mentioned what I was going to tell you. Brenda Lee was very much like you in that she was an extremely talented musical artist at a young age. She lives here in Nashville, and you know I've always got a story to tell about things. She has lived in the same place for a long time. It's a very nice house, but it isn't like the houses that "modern" performers own that cost tens of millions of dollars. It is on the same street as the house that my parents owned when I was born. My parents sold the house to my aunt and uncle very soon after I was born, so I was over there quite a bit. I never met Brenda in person, but I know that she's a very sweet lady. You did a great job with the song today. She would be proud of you! I almost feel compelled to show up on her doorstep and show her your video, but I'm guessing she probably wouldn't appreciate that! A couple of hours ago, I was about a half a block from her house, so I still remember how to get there. 😊😊😊
That is really interesting that you are so close to where she is from. I am very surprised about that. Thank you for telling me and for telling me that you think she would like my video.
Lovely Leander. Well done. keep them coming. It is getting close to having your Piano fixed I'll be you will be the happiest boy in town. I hope it feels like new. Have a nice day.
Thank you Jeremy is coming tomorrow to start fixing the piano more. He has new strings for one of the notes and will do other things to fix it too. I am very happy that he will do that
Leander, You have now demonstrated that you can play _in the style of Thelonious Monk_ so let's hear you play some Monk! _Merry Christmas from New York State!_ 🗽 - j q t -
Very nice take on “Little Miss Dynamite’s” hit! I love that it topped the charts last year and is back on the chart again this year. Leander, I notice you seem to play the pedal barefoot… is there a reason why?
I used to learn only by ear or by watching but now I also use sheet music sometimes to learn but then I remember the song very fast and so I don't need the sheet music But for the song in this video I did not use sheet music P.s. merry Christmas I am glad you like the video
Most people don't know that Johnny Marks also wrote "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" and "A Holly Jolly Christmas". Brenda Lee recorded Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree in 1958 and it became a hit song. By the song's 50th anniversary in 2008, Lee's original version had sold over 15 million copies around the world.
Another thing that most people don't know is that Brenda Lee recorded the song when she was only 12 or 13 years old, even though her voice sounds like an adult. In a 2019 interview Lee recalled "I was only 12 and I had not had a lot of success in records, but for some reason he heard me and wanted me to do it. And I did."
I think your spirit was born in 1845! you are fantastic man!
Bravo!! Those trills were so fun to listen to!! Thank you for sharing your smile and your talent, Leander!! Santa is about to take off in his sleigh to bring to joy and toys to all the boys and girls … just a few more nights! 🎄
Excellent 👍😎
Your smile makes me smile, Thanks
He is wonderful and very talented, God bless him. Lovely smile too. From Scotland
That child is truly a gift from God. His music fills my soul and his smile warms my heart. God bless.
Fantastic energy!
I aspire to one day be as happy and proud as this kid
Just wonderful Leander!!
Merry Christmas Leander! 🎄And thanks for all the joy you bring us.
I actually like the way you play this tune better than anyone else Leander. I'm getting happier listening to it. Thanks! 💯👍🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
I love this song and you play it so well. Thank You ❤
We are all rockin’ around Leander!
Wow!
Seeing when this was written reminds me of how old I am. I was a teenager in 1958 and remember it when it first became a hit. Now like me, it’s a classic! Thank you, Leander for bringing back memories of happier days. Love you. ❤❤❤❤
He he I was a baby in 1958.
@@TentoesMe And I was a kindergartener that Christmas! My parents had just bought the Bing Crosby Christmas album and my mother brought it to my kindergarten class so the teacher could play it while we lay down on our mats for our little rest time. I was so proud that it was my family's record being played!
❤ 😊 you keep me smiling 😊❤
One of Brenda Lee's big hits!
The fastest hands on a keyboard that I've ever seen. Wow!!!!
Rocking around the Piano !
That’s was brilliant!
Deck Those Halls, Angel ! ❤
Leander thank you! You are heartwarming! Your music is, too - but its your joy and your smile, that makes me come here every single day - hoping for a new video. And you keep on with that phenomenal output. Thank you so very much.
What a wonder child! Such a blessing for parents and the world! Thank you ,Leander! Merry Christmas to you!
Brings back some good memories, Thanks for posting..."Piano Man"
Are you kidding me?! What an freaking amazing kid!
BRENDA LEE is one of my favorite Christmas Songs ... Thank you for playing it on the piano!
So you got your Christmas tree, and we all got a perfect Rockin' song to go with it! Good history on the song, I learned something; Brenda Lee is as old as me! Ha ha! Keep teaching and entertaining us, you know we all love you! 🤗🎄🎆 Jerry
Absolutely wonderful!!👏👏👏 You have gotten me in the Christmas spirit.
Well done.... Happy tune... Nice history of the making of these songs.... I didn't realize Brenda Lee was so young when she sang this.
One from the year I was born! Thanks for the present my friend!
Thanks so much Leander! You're really brightening up the Christmas season in my house.
Love your take on this classic Keep them coming
I was sitting by my tree listening to you play. I hope you are having an amazing time during the Christmas season.
Thanks for another great one Leander!
Leander, you continue to amaze and delight with your exceptional talent! Thank you for always making my day brighter!
Nooooooooooo, I'm melting, fading away. Leander you do and fabulous job.
Great as always Leander and thanks for educating us in the description. Funny thing is that I was born in 1958. 🎹👍🎄
Another great fun one to play! Awesome fun broken arpeggios in the RH!
Bravo !
Dear Leander, you spoil us all with your virtually daily postings, all of them so splendidly played, and with gusto and joy that is infectious. My guess is that Christmas is your favourite time of year, as it is for me and my family, and we want you to know that the holiday music you play means so much to all of us. We want you to know that tuning into Leander playing Christmas music will be our latest Christmas tradition to add to all the rituals we embrace. Wishes for blessings and joy to you and your family at this most special time of year. God bless, Love, Pat
@@conorcolon I am really happy that you like all of my Christmas videos so much and that you will listen to them to celebrate Christmas. I really like Christmas a lot
🤗🧑🎄👏👏👏🥰❤️
That's so awesome Leander!! I always look forward to your playing!! 😊😎
What a fun song! Thanks!
You could entertain many nice places!
Great 🎵 🎶
I found myself singing along. Lol. Great job, as always!
Super fun and cool!
The song that Brenda Lee had a hit with.
Five thumbs up. Merry Christmas!
That’s a great interpretation of this song Leander. Very clever.👍⭐️👏👏👏👏👏👏
Wonderful as usual. Maybe a tad fast for your hands but you’re still a pleasure to watch and listen to.
Fantastic! :)
Wonderful improv, Leander.
Little man that was awesome 👌 😅
This was a fun piece. Good job!
A awesome Christmas treat thankyou Leander can I put you under my tree for Xmas? You really put everyone in the Xmas spirit. 🎉😊💙
Hey, Leander! You already mentioned what I was going to tell you. Brenda Lee was very much like you in that she was an extremely talented musical artist at a young age. She lives here in Nashville, and you know I've always got a story to tell about things. She has lived in the same place for a long time. It's a very nice house, but it isn't like the houses that "modern" performers own that cost tens of millions of dollars. It is on the same street as the house that my parents owned when I was born. My parents sold the house to my aunt and uncle very soon after I was born, so I was over there quite a bit. I never met Brenda in person, but I know that she's a very sweet lady.
You did a great job with the song today. She would be proud of you! I almost feel compelled to show up on her doorstep and show her your video, but I'm guessing she probably wouldn't appreciate that! A couple of hours ago, I was about a half a block from her house, so I still remember how to get there. 😊😊😊
This is so cool!
That is really interesting that you are so close to where she is from.
I am very surprised about that. Thank you for telling me and for telling me that you think she would like my video.
@Leander-piano You're very welcome. And I am 100 percent certain she would love your video!
Kids a natural.
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Loved it dude! Its got a ragtime feel and Merry Christmas 👍
Lovely Leander. Well done. keep them coming. It is getting close to having your Piano fixed I'll be you will be the happiest boy in town. I hope it feels like new. Have a nice day.
Thank you
Jeremy is coming tomorrow to start fixing the piano more. He has new strings for one of the notes and will do other things to fix it too.
I am very happy that he will do that
Leander, You have now demonstrated that you can play _in the style of Thelonious Monk_ so let's hear you play some Monk! _Merry Christmas from New York State!_ 🗽 - j q t -
Thank you I will try
Merry Christmas
Very nice take on “Little Miss Dynamite’s” hit! I love that it topped the charts last year and is back on the chart again this year.
Leander, I notice you seem to play the pedal barefoot… is there a reason why?
No it is just because I take my shoes off a lot and then I don't put them on before I play a song
Do you play by ear? I notice you don't have sheet music. Thank you for sharing your piano playing with us. You are a joy to watch. Merry Christmas!
I used to learn only by ear or by watching but now I also use sheet music sometimes to learn but then I remember the song very fast and so I don't need the sheet music
But for the song in this video I did not use sheet music
P.s. merry Christmas
I am glad you like the video
Hey, Leander, say your name once.
Nicely done. Do stick with your piano, the electric piano just isnt the same.
💚🤍❤ *_F A N T A S T I C O_* 💚🤍❤