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An Acapella Christmas
by Rhino / Wea
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Audio CD
Publisher: Rhino / Wea
These sophisticated jazz singers prove just how much their vocal versatility has always embraced pop, doo-wop, rounds, and a cappella music when the foursome explores 10 Christmas songs on a disc that previously was available only in Japan. The group transports "Jingle Bells" to the '40s in a sweeping nostalgic turn and do a knockout take on Charles Brown’s low-down "Merry Christmas Baby" that showcases how elegantly funky they can be. An Acapella Christmas balances the more sophisticated harmony singing the group is known for alongside straightforward versions of "Christmas Is Coming," "Good King Wenceslas" (complete with kid voices), and an otherwise forgettable blatant play for radio on "My Grown-Up Christmas List." But with can't-miss readings of "Christmas Time Is Here," "White Christmas," and a totally magical exploration of "Toyland," the Manhattan Transfer delivers the kind of holiday record certain to please first time listeners while satisfying longtime fans. --Martin Keller
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| Ageless |
| Customer Rating: 5 out of 5 |
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Decades ago, I purchased this Christmas Album when I was in college and misplaced it. Recently, I got another copy from Amazon. This album is one of the best Christmas albums ever. The vocals of each song were so meticulously arranged that reminded us how great the MT were, at the top of their game in the eighties. The music is ethereal and the album is ageless.
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| The most pleasing holiday album I've ever heard. |
| Customer Rating: 5 out of 5 |
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I've been a long-time fan of The Manhattan Transfer, but there have been some disappointing moments for me by them in the past. Sometimes I only like one or two songs on an album (Vibrate), or I will see the artistry in an album, but not be able to get through it all because it is too cerebral and perfect (Vocalese). This, their second holiday album, is probably one of the best recordings I have ever heard from them. There are imperfections like when the kids sing but, hey, they're kids and that's great. The harmony and the precise tone and dynamics of the quartet are spot on and it makes for pure pleasure. Alan Paul's arrangement of Jingle Bells is one of the best arrangements I have ever heard of this song and the Transfer sound as if they're really enjoying singing it. However, as one listens, it's easy to tell that this is no walk in the park musically. Tight harmonies and complex rhythms make the piece soar to new heights. If you buy only one holiday album, buy this one. You'll be glad you did.
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| An Accapella Christmas |
| Customer Rating: 3 out of 5 |
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This CD is nice, but not as compelling as other Manhattan Transfer albums I own.
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| great disk! |
| Customer Rating: 5 out of 5 |
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i have everything domestic and international that they have ever put out. this helped to complete the collection. great acapella xmas music. my wife doesn't like the transfer, but the acapella stuff was ok with her at xmas.
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| WOW! These guys can sing! |
| Customer Rating: 5 out of 5 |
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It was truly Acapella ( you know little to no music) and it smoked! Jazzy Christmas tape with that fireplace and rug ambiance.
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Jingle Bells
White Christmas
Christmas Time Is Here
Good King Wenceslas
Toyland
My Grown-Up Christmas List
Merry Christmas Baby
I'll Be Home For Christmas
Christmas Is Coming (The Goose Is Getting Fat)
Winter Wonderland
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