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I love Christmas music in many forms. In my house, Christmas albums range from Handel’s “Messiah” to Dr. Demento. A few weeks ago, I listened to Twisted Sister’s Christmas video on YouTube.

It’s been a few years since I added it to my Christmas collection but two weeks ago I found one that I had to order and it was perfect. Joss Stone recently released “Merry Christmas, Love,” an album full of Christmas standards and two original compositions written by Stone.

“Let It Snow,” “Winter Wonderland,” “Jingle Bells,” “The Christmas Song,” and Irving Berlins’ “Snow” and “White Christmas” are all secular works. “In the Manger,” “In the Cold Midwinter,” “Silent Night,” and “Listen! The Herald Angels Sing” are among the carols.

One thing I love about Christmas projects is when an artist delivers strong original work, Stone delivers.

“If You Believe” makes Santa look sweet.

“If you believe / Then you’ll hear the angel’s drum

If you believe/then you’ll see reindeer run

If you believe/do you believe?

Come closer / Let go of all fear

The lightness of love covers you

Christmas is finally here”

“Bring on Christmas Day” reminds listeners that it’s a great gift to bring home.

“We’re home / Many of us don’t

We must count our blessings as they come

never alone

When the world gets too heavy to run

Somehow we’re still holding on

just bring on christmas

put aside your fear

open your door

nothing else needed

bring (bring)

Christmas (Christmas) Day”

In 2012, I wrote some other Christmas CDs that were often played in my house. Here are those photo albums.

“Supreme Glory”

by Chris Tomlin

Praise and Worship singer Chris Tomlin recorded the album live with a small group of friends and the worship leader serving as the background choir.

Half the album is traditional Christmas hymns, some with Tomlin chorus and some original compositions. The title song is one of my favorites. It’s an old Tomlin piece, with a lovely, simple but theologically profound verse added at the end. “Joy to the world (joy unspeakable)” is sung more joyfully than many congregations—and louder.

Suitable for: chorus.

“Joy of Christmas”

by Kathy Mattia

Mattea’s second Christmas album contains Christmas carols and fun tracks. Although the melody is familiar, the arrangement is not standard. “Hark the Herald Angels Sing” has a swinging feel to it, and “Angels We Have Heard on High” ends with a quiet opening. “O Come, All Ye Faithful” offers a bit of church organ and Latin before the swing vocals take over. The title comes from the final cut of the album, “There’s Still My Joy”. This is a great piece of work for those who suffer during Christmas. Mattea’s first Christmas album, “Good News,” is also a great listen this season.

Perfect for: Working on Christmas projects or cleaning the house.

‘holy night’

by Sarah Groves

Sara Groves has amassed a beautiful collection of classic Christmas carols and contemporary compositions, each endowed with her own special arrangement and presentation.

For those frustrated trying to help their kids on Christmas morning, Groves’ “toy wrap” could become the rallying cry of the day: “Nothing makes me lose my cool more than a toy wrap. You guys Really need to get out of the room, mom is unpacking the toys.”

Good For: A break from the stress of the seasons.

“Christmas on the Frontier”

Gary Chapman and others

The album bills itself as “a spicy holiday recipe of Texas blues, country hits, and Mexican salsa.”

Upbeat songs like “O Come, All Ye Faithful” and “Go Tell It on the Mountain” are perfect for the party mood.

Good For: Dancing around the house.

“Soulful Christmas”

by Aaron Neville

This is Neville’s first Christmas album. While Neville’s smooth vocals stand out for standards like “Please Come Home for Christmas,” “O Holy Night,” and “The Christmas Song,” he also sang “Louisiana Christmas Day,” a song about being on the road and promising Homecoming songs at Christmas.

Less common Christmas songs include “The Bells of St. Mary” and “Carol to the Star”.

“Such a Night” adds a Christmas touch.

In 2005, Neville also released “Christmas Prayer”.

PERFECT: Chilling with a classic Louisiana sound.

Whatever your musical taste, there’s a Christmas album for you. May your season be filled with uplifting music.



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