And holding it all together is Burl Ives' warm, friendly singing and narration. The late Johnny Marks' songs are all winners, and 'Rudolph' and 'Have a Holly Jolly Christmas' are now firmly established Christmas classics. In terms of Holiday atmosphere, it can't be beat. I've seen and loved all of the great Rankin/Bass Christmas shows, and I have most of them on video, but this first one, 'Rudolph,' is still the best, and still the one that holds the warmest memories for me.
