Preview of the intermediate violin sheet music arrangement for “Christmas Eve” by Johnny Mathis.
The progression
Structure & dynamics
What's in the mix
Merry Christmas (2003)
Johnny Mathis
Johnny Mathis is an American singer born in 1935 who grew up in San Francisco, where he was signed to Columbia Records as a teenager after being heard performing at a local club. He built his career on romantic pop ballads and easy-listening standards, drawing from jazz, Broadway, and Tin Pan Alley traditions. His warm, smooth tenor made him a consistent presence on the adult-contemporary charts from the late 1950s onward, and his holiday recordings became perennial favorites.
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Good to know
What key is "Christmas Eve" in?
"Christmas Eve" by Johnny Mathis is in F major.
What is the tempo of "Christmas Eve"?
"Christmas Eve" plays at around 71 BPM in 4/4 time.
What chords are in "Christmas Eve"?
The core progression is F, B♭maj7, E♭7, Gm7, C7, and Dm, built around the F major tonal center.
What instruments play on "Christmas Eve"?
The recording features grand piano, full string section, subtle percussion, and warm bass.
Can I get "Christmas Eve" violin sheet music?
Yes. This is the intermediate violin sheet music arrangement of "Christmas Eve" by Johnny Mathis, transcribed by Songscription.
Is "Christmas Eve" violin sheet music easy to play?
"Christmas Eve" violin sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 71 BPM in F major with 26 chords to navigate, the part sits at a comfortable intermediate level. You can switch levels on this page before you save it.
Is there an easy, beginner version of "Christmas Eve" violin sheet music?
Yes. The beginner violin sheet music for "Christmas Eve" simplifies the busiest passages and rhythms while keeping the melody, so it is the easiest way to start. The intermediate and advanced arrangements are one tap away when you want more of the original.
What album is "Christmas Eve" on?
"Christmas Eve" appears on Merry Christmas (2003).
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