My crack research team tells me that The Canadian Brass have released eight Christmas albums to date. This 1981 release was their first and finds the virtuoso quintet performing alongside John Grady playing the Great Organ of St. Patrick's Cathedral in New York City. Familiar tunes, great arrangements, precision performances, and a fantastic recording hall. I don't often say this about classical recordings, but for this one I confidently tell the listener to crank it up!
Press of the time:
- Stereo Review: "richly resonant acoustic"
- Billboard: "one of the best Christmas collections ever offered"
Tracks:
Personal Memory Associated with this CD: My father bought this album on vinyl when it was released in 1981 so I'm reminded of my high school years and the many times I've heard these recordings since.
Previously revisited for the blog:
Jazz Roots (2008)
All You Need is Love (1998)
The Canadian Brass Plays Bernstein (1997)
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