Winter Solstice Reflections & Christmas Songs with Johnny Schaefer

In this special Winter Solstice episode of Big Blend Radio, we celebrate the birthday of award-winning singer-songwriter Johnny Schaefer ‪@hearjohnny‬, 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 –    • PICTURES OF CHRISTMAS – A Sweet New Christ...  
Bring a Torch Jeanette Isabella –    • "Bring a Torch Jeanette Isabella" (with ly...  
O Come, O Come, Emmanuel –    • O Come, O Come Emmanuel-Lyrics (Advent Lyr...  
Joseph's Prayer –    • JOSEPH'S PRAYER, Johnny Schaefer (Official...  
Proclamation of the Birth of Christ –    • "Bring a Torch Jeanette Isabella" (with ly...  
The Bach-Gounod Ave Maria –    • AVE MARIA (Bach-Gounod) Sung by Johnny Sch...  
People Look East –    • PEOPLE LOOK EAST-Johnny Schaefer Music Vid...  
All the Babes on Christmas Born –    • All the Babes on Christmas Born (A New Chr...  
Finlandia Brasileira –    • FINLANDIA BRASILEIRA - Bossa Nova Prayer f...  
The Friendly Beasts and Away in a Manger –    • THE FRIENDLY BEASTS / AWAY IN A MANGER Mas...  

🎼 Johnny’s Christmas Playlists:
Advent: A Musical Journey –    • Advent: A Musical Journey  
Eclectic Christmas Playlist –    • Eclectic Christmas Carols Playlist  
From Here to Nativity Album –    • From Here to Nativity-Johnny Schaefer-Ecle...  

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