After the Thad Jones-Mel Lewis Orchestra first recorded it in 1970, “A Child Is Born” became a popular standard thanks to the likes of Oscar Peterson, Kenny Burrell, and Bill Evans. Thad’s brother, Hank Jones, recorded a version with Benny Carter and Joe Lovano on a Christmas themed album, which is why it shows up frequently on holiday season playlists. Not your average 30-bar waltz!