The Ultimate Series: Christmas: 100 Seasonal Favorites (Ultimate (Hal Leonard Books))

A full 100 items is a generous selection in this price range. The unexpected songs here are the Vangelis "Hymne," Oscar Brand's "Burgundian Carol," and Roger Miller's "Old Toy Trains." There are added words for Bach's "Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring" as well. The skill level ranges far and wide, but large margins and easy keys for many of the numbers ensure that beginners will find enough material to enjoy. "Some Children See Him" and a calypso number are especially welcome inclusions. Each carol has both guitar chord names and fingering diagrams. --William R. Braun