Various Artists - Classic Christmas - COMPACT DISCS [CD]

Internationally acclaimed singer, pianist and songwriter Joe Stilgoe presents a classic Christmas album, complete with star-studded line up, big band songs, Christmas choirs and fireside yuletide lullabies. Joe is joined by a host of special guests for a feast of Christmas classics, including Grammy nominated saxophonist Amy Dickson on 'Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas', the Canterbury Cathedral Girls Choir on 'Rest in Peace', iconic Jazz musician and son of Roy- Ben Castle on 'Little White Berry' and legendary comedian and actor Rob Brydon on 'I'll Be Home For Christmas'. Joe introduces two original songs to the festive collection- sure to become seasonal favorites for years to come. Up-tempo festive party tune 'The Night Before' showcases Stilgoe's versatile vocals and outstanding collection of musicians, whilst the powerful festive ballad 'December Lights' conjures the magical Christmas spirit. Son of songwriter and TV personality Richard Stilgoe and opera singer Annabel Hunt, Joe has become a true modern-day entertainer, known globally as a performer of wit, style and a level of musicianship which has seen him recognized as one of the best singer-pianists in the world. Regular star of BBC Radio 2's Friday Night is Music Night and his own shows as presenter and performer, Joe has worked with some of the finest orchestras and bands in the world and regularly appears at renowned jazz club Ronnie Scotts. Joe has been hosting Christmas specials at the Lyric Hammersmith with celebrity guests and musicians for many years and his Radio 2 show 'Joe Stilgoe - Christmas At The Movies' was the most popular show aired on Christmas Day 2018. Album Tracks 1. Winter Weather - I've Got My Love to Keep Me Warm 2. He Night Before 3. Little White Berry 4. December Lights 5. Sleigh Ride 6. He Christmas Song, InchChestnuts Roasting on An Open FireInch 7. Round a

The aim of InchChristmas songsInch recorded by duo Thom Hell (vocals) and Andreas Ulvo (piano, synth) was to create something intuitive and with familiar and beloved Christmas songs; The performance should be unpretentious, contrary to how we are used to hearing holiday songs. In order to keep the nerve and spontaneity only one take of each song was made, with some overdubs where they later felt it was needed. Andreas Ulvo (b. 1983), pianist and keyboardist from Eidskog in Hedmark. He has a master's degree in jazz and improvisation from the Norwegian Academy of Music. He is active with several own projects Andreas Ulvo ensemble, Eple Trio, Innlandet and his own solo project, with several releases. He has also worked with bands and artists such as Ingrid Olava, Mathias Eick, Solveig Slettahjell, Ellen Andrea Wang, Karl Seglem and others. Thom Hell (b. 1976), is a multi-instrumentalist and vocalist from Hånesin Kristiansand. Has released 8 albums as a solo artist and won 3 Norwegian Grammy Awards 2 as artist of the year and 1 as pop composer of the year. Has worked as a producer and starring Jonas Alaska, Matilda, Jonas Fjeld and Marte Wulff. Thom Hell has also participated in several Norwegian Music TV shows. Album Tracks 1. White Christmas 2. Carol of the Bells 3. Come All Ye Faithful 4. Comfort Ye 5. Last Christmas 6. Little Drummerboy 7. Walking in the Air 8. The Christmas Song 9. When You Wish Upon a Star 10. Ruby's Arms

Buzz Brass inspired dreams with this new opus, Christmas. The quintet takes the listener out of the familiar with this majestic, elegant and refined arrangements to highlight the holiday season. The male vocal quartet Quartom joins as guest artists in 'Noël canadien' and 'The 12 days of Christmas.' The ensemble's latest volume, Inspirations, has been hailed as proof of their Inchtestament to the ensemble's sensational embouchureInch by the prestigious Gramophone magazine. Since 2002, Buzz Brass quintet has been travelling all over the globe to captivate classical music lovers. Whether it's concerts consist of brass quintet alone or together with guest musicians, the original artistic propositions it presents leave nobody cold. With over 1,600 appearances to it's credit, the ensemble has reached more than 350,000 music lovers throughout North America, Europe and China. The numerous awards and distinctions that Buzz Brass has earned over the years (Opus, ADISQ, and Trille Or) attest to both the quality and the relevance of it's musical performances. Album Tracks 1. Medley A Christmas Festival 2. Sleigh Ride 3. Stille Nacht 4. Anges Dans Nos Campagnes 5. Medley Noël Canadien 6. Patapan 7. Greensleeves 8. Medley The Christmas Song (Tormé/Wells) / Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas (Martin/Blane) 9. Let It Snow 10. Christmas Time Is Here 11. 12 Days of Christmas 12. We Wish You a Merry Christmas