There's more to Handel and the holidays than the 'Messiah.' A suite from his oratorio 'Judas Maccabeus' featured original instruments and superb soloists.
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The Rolling Stones' 'Tattoo You,' now available in a greatly expanded deluxe edition, could have easily ended up as a mess. Instead, it's often regarded as the group's last great album.
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Traditional Hanukkah songs are reimagined in a big band production with 1940s-style swing.
Read More »Winzer invites listeners to reflect, with a set of delicately arranged Christmas songs, on the significance of this spiritually charged time of the year.
Read More »Members of a program for the mentally ill homeless gathered with Teaching Artist Leo Schaff to create and perform a Christmas waltz to lift your spirits this holiday season.
Read More »Not every song is a gem, but the ones that are gems are so good that this album is a must-have.
Read More »This CD is a bit uneven, but it is an entertaining way to put some funk in your Christmas listening.
Read More »Who needs a silent night? Get 'A Blues Christmas' and get ready to have a blast, Alligator style!
Read More »This release is the perfect gift for lovers of choral music and is as warm and rich as a cup of hot chocolate.
Read More »A festive collection of early Christmas music that will soothe, cheer, and promote good will.
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