Best Christmas album ever
357950
I found this album quite by accident in a college bookstore in a small town outside of Toronto. We played it (June!) on our way to Northern Ontario, gasped at its beauty, read the liner notes, and discovered that we were actually passing by Elora! On our return trip, we stopped in at Elora and learned more about the singers and the festival. This album is so remarkable in its clarity, sensitivity, and variety, that it ranks as my all-time favorite Christmas album. The family members and friends to whom I have since given this CD share my enthusiasm for this magical Christmas tour.
1790689
It is my favorite album. "Full of Cheer" the song has become my favorite. The traditional Christmas hymns are incredible, but I really like their funny ones - Full of Cheer, Hairy Christmas, and Grandma. They have a blend few can match and personality to match.
1106616
I have grown up listening to this wonderful lp, ever since It was released back in the 70's. This album will  be a christmas tradition for many years to come. Please let this album become a tradition for future generations by releasing this album on cd again!
1987343
as i grew up this was my favorite christmas album.  unfortunately my mother gave it away.  i have been searching for it for 20 years!!!!!!  it made that much of an impression.  i work for goodwill and have been searching those stores and others for 10 years.  this is the best christmas music EVER!!!!!!!!!!  christmas is my favorite season.  and music is my passion.  i have over 50 cds and 10 albums of christmas music.  unfortunately right now i can not afford this album at $198 but if/when i can i would buy it.  there has never been another like it.  almost all of them have the same songs over and over but lynn anderson's christmas music is different and she brings it to life.  if you don't have it and can afford it buy it.  if anyone from lynn's organization sees this PLEASE RERELEASE this album it would blow the others out of the water.
2001846
my favorite christmas album; poetic and evocative.
4928245
This has got to be my favorite Christmas album yet.  I listened to this over the holidays and it became more and more precious.  Love the arrangements, vocals, mood, all of it!!
3607426
You will not find a better album out there today, I was lucky and found my copy at a thrift store. On this album you will hear Christmas Music that has been lost over the years. Songs like Rise Up Shepherd, First Snowfall, Fum Fum Fum, and Many More. The Song Christmas Gift is a rocker that you can't help to Bee Boop to. If you collect Christmas Music don't pass this one up. 5 Stars
3297690
This album is a Christmas Classic, it will be around for many years.  Clay's voice is meant for this type of music and his range from low to high is magnificient.  Love the interpretation of Sleigh Ride and Winter Wonderland; quicker and jazzier.  One of my favorites is Don't Save It All for Christmas Day.  Actually I love all of the songs.  It definitely puts me in the holiday spirit and have already listened to it repeatedly.  It is a must for the holidays and for gifts.
2822542
This is my favorite Christmas album.  So many artists believe they have to "Jazz Up" their Christmas music, but it usually just gets in the way of enjoying a classic song.  Instead, Jewel sings these holiday favorites in a traditional manner and does a beautiful job.  O Holy Night is my favorite Christmas song, and I have never heard it done better.  The one exception on this album is an odd version of Rudolf the Red Nose Reindeer, but I just skip it.
2405406
About a decade ago I realized that collecting Christmas CDs was really a worthwhile investment.  More than all the other holiday decor and hoopla, nothing enriches that magical Christmas season more than classic Christmas music.  I now have close to 100 Christmas CDs.  These are all the classics, from Sinatra to Dino to Elvis to the Christmas soul and blues collections, etc.  In making my selections, I've relied heavily on the reviews the albums receive here on Amazon, and my fellow reviewers have done a great job of guiding me into some incredible Christmas music.

This album by Mariah Carey is one of the best Christmas albums, and I mean like possibly the VERY BEST of all, spanning six or seven decades and the world's greatest musicians, both famous and esoteric. Her voice is so powerful and passionate here that it truly captures the spirit of the season. Furthermore, this is Mariah Carey's best work, period.  My daughter has several of her award-winning albums and nothing else of hers even comes close to this.  This album is, simply stated, a Masterpiece.

If you are thinking of starting your own Christmas music collection, I'd suggest that you start right here.  This album will motivate you to keep adding to your collection.
2542923
I have loved this album since I was a little girl, and now I play it for my son who loves it as much as I do.  I can't imagine Christmas without it.  I even play it in the summer.
1709989
I grew up listening to this Christmas album over and over every year.  I made sure my children have heard this album/cd every year.  The songs give you that feeling of Christmas and the meaning of Christmas.  My children learn to spell C-h-r-i-s-t-m-a-s that way and understand the meaning.  It is a wonderful album.
1486787
Probably my favorite Christmas album ever. If you have county (specifically cowboy) roots, this is absolutely for you! Love love love!
1537204
This is my absolute favorite Christmas album EVER (and I'm over 50, so that's a long time! LOL!)!!!! If you love choir and live for good music as I do, you'll love this! Harry Simeone Chorale brings the most inspiring visualization to their music. "Twas the Night Before Christmas" is especially so wonderfully done, you'll feel like you're there. Great performances, wonderful selection of tunes, and such talent, all in one place!  I love it!
370278
This is absolutely the best Christmas album ever!
I purchased my first one when it was first released, enjoying it even during off Christmas time.  A few years later my car was broken into and all of my cd's were stolen.  I was heartbroken when, after scouring every music store, to find it was out of print and no longer available.  My son and husband found a copy online for $54 and purchased it for Christmas that year.  This album is priceless and should be enjoyed by all.
I know I do and am listening to it right now!
2484918
The Whole Album Is Fantastic from start to finish!!!

Amazing that all Tracks are performed to perfection and are so meaningful to life in reality, with a little bit of sadness, a little bit of hurt, a little bit of confusion, and a whole lotta beat. Hey that's probably the whole story of life. The Whole Album Continues to grow and grow, the more and more you play it.

Congratulations!!!! for this Album!!!

I Would Recommend This Album Along with His Single Release `The Limit' Another Five Star Well performed 2 Mix Single.

Other Recommendation is Grace Garland with her Christmas Single MegaMix `Gotta Get My Holiday On' Single Mingle Jingle. A Must To Have This Christmas!!!

Paul
3916388
This is going to be my favorite Christmas album.  Makes me want to hang ornaments and drink spiked egg nog. Every song is great.  Faith OWNS "Merry Christmas Baby".  The best Christmas album I have heard in a very long time.