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James Taylor at Christmas

CD-Charts > Music > Christmas Music
by: James Taylor

Release Date October 29, 2007
I am biased of course because I love James Taylor's voice...! but this is sublime for a christmas feel anytime of the year...even if,like me, you are not vaguely religious, all the songs just feel 'right'!

CD-Charts Position 2
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Handel: Messiah

CD-Charts > Music > Christmas Music
from: Duo

Release Date May 10, 1993
This recording was made in 1966, so is all the more remarkable, considering the plethera of recordings to date. John Wakefield is an unsual choice, with a suitable heroic ring to the voice. John Shirley-Quirk, as ever, brilliant, with Helen Watts a smooth and sonorous Contralto. The final soloist, Heather Harper is fresh and brilliant of sound. The whole direction by Sir Colin Davis, with the LSO is captivating. Do not miss this chance to own.

CD-Charts Position 3
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Andrea Bocelli - Sacred Arias

CD-Charts > Music > Christmas Music
from: Philips

Release Date May 13, 2002
A CD that has so much beauty it moves you from beginning to end. His voice portrays so much emotion that you don't just appreciate the sound, you feel every note that he sings.

There are some CDs that are simply labelled "mood music", and this for me is one that I file under such a category. Every time I listen it lifts me and transports me to places only I can go to. Somewhere that escapes the modern world.

The choice of arias is perfect. Many of which I was unfamiliar with. However, I have since introduced this CD to a number of people, many who listen to an entirely different genre of music; nearly all have been captivated by it.

All I can say is buy it and soak up the rich fare on offer.

CD-Charts Position 4
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One Chance - Christmas Edition

CD-Charts > Music > Christmas Music
by: Paul Potts

Release Date November 26, 2007
Isn't it amazing what TV and a whole bucket load of hype can do.
This guy would not get a part in an amateur production of Gilbert & Sullivan!Of course it's all a question of "the kings new clothes",if we criticise him we don't have a heart/cannot hear how well he sings, or just don't appreciate talent.(Where is it?)
Well, Mr Potts sings off key(often)and when he finds the key he continues by singing flat.
Make the best of it Mr Potts because the fickle world of "popular" music will soon tire of you,and when they do they will tear you to pieces, as they discover the fabrication that has been passed off as talent.
Talent cannot be invented,as has Paul Potts,it comes naturally;and this voice is decidely unatural.

CD-Charts Position 5
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Greatest Hits: Chapter 1

CD-Charts > Music > Christmas Music
by: Backstreet Boys

Release Date October 29, 2001
some great songs like I'll Never Break Your Heart, All I Have To Give and As Long As You Love Me, but this band is average compare to "michael learns to rock"

CD-Charts Position 6
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Noel

CD-Charts > Music > Christmas Music
by: Josh Groban

Release Date December 03, 2007
This album is absolutely stunning and has already been said is the only Christmas album you will ever need. It goes without saying that Josh's voice is wonderful and is so perfect for these songs but the arrangements are absolutely superb. The tracks have been put down with such love and emotion and it really shows. I also love the duets because Josh is such a generous performer and brings the best out of everyone.

I feel sad for all the people who will never hear this album, and also for the fact that any one track should have been the Christmas Number one and not the x factor mediocrity we are subjected to every year.

CD-Charts Position 7
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Backstreet's Back

CD-Charts > Music > Christmas Music
by: Backstreet Boys

Release Date May 17, 1999
Even though I listern to Millenium & Black and Blue I still love to listern to this cd.I just love the songs and I remeber why I started to like this band.All I have to give is still one of my fav BSB songs and Everybody just makes me want to dance. they are the best.

CD-Charts Position 8
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Wintersong

CD-Charts > Music > Christmas Music
by: Sarah McLachlan

Release Date November 06, 2006
When i first heard of this album, i was desperate to get my hands on it. I own everything Sarah has produced, and was eager to hear her reditions of these Christmas songs.
I have to say, the opening song sent chills down my spine. Memories of seeing her play live came to me, it was like having my own private concert in my living room.
Her voice is simply amazing, and im sure these Christams songs will have a place on your ipod, or in your CD player long after Christmas has passed.

CD-Charts Position 9
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The John Rutter Collection

CD-Charts > Music > Christmas Music
from: Universal Classics

Release Date October 21, 2002
Ths album is pure joy and tranquility. Anyone who has ever been lucky enough to be part of a choir singing Rutter might immediately remember why you enjoyed it so much. (15 years ago last time I was in a choir singing - "For the beauty of the earth").

Even if you don't like choral music normally - this is light, accessible and rejuvinating. Wonderful after a bad day or to kick off a good one.

In short, not too bad.

CD-Charts Position 10
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Backstreet Boys - The Video Hits Chapter 1 [2001]

CD-Charts > Music > Christmas Music
by: Backstreet Boys

Release Date July 02, 2007
Contains all their hits : quit playing games, as long as u love me, get down, we've got it going on, anywhere for you, shape of my heart, everybody, all i have to give, more than that, I'll never break your heart (U.S Video) , i want it that way, larger than life, the call. Infact the only one it doesnt have is Drowning which was a shame! but it's defintely a compulsory DVD to add to your BSB collection if your a big fan!There are no interviews on this DVD, only video's to their music singles.