One of the best productions there is.
Barrootz | Southern, CT United States | 12/13/2003
(5 out of 5 stars)
"A few years ago I was expanding my Christmas CD collection (now closing in on 50 cds) I was taking a gamble and buying some recording I was not familiar with at all. Musically my preference has always been for singers and songwriters enjoying the collaborations between the two. Art Garfunkel's sorrowful voice and Amy Grant's ultra crisp pipes mesh perfectly on this expertly crafted disc. The backing of the London Symphony Orchestra and the Kings College Choir is absolute perfection.
Don't be put off by the powerful 'in your face' "Annunciation" the album quickly settles into a wonderful pace full of lush harmony and interplay between Art, Amy and the Choir. This album is unique for many reasons. The songs range from powerful "Annunciation", to the overwhelmingly cute "Simple Little Tyune""
Gets better and better with each listening.
Barrootz | 05/09/2002
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I fell in love with this work the first time I heard it, and each time I hear it, I still get goosebumps. It is pure genius. The music and lyrics are true works of art and the performance by the Art Garfunkel, Amy Grant, the Boys' Choir, and the orchestra could not be better. But you have to actually LISTEN to it. You can't put it on for background music like most Christmas carols. It deserves your utmost attention. I was thrilled to see that I could get another copy on CD. My tape is about worn out."
A gem for the Christmas music afficionado
James Spittle | Plymouth, Michigan | 12/07/2006
(5 out of 5 stars)
"As others who have written previous reviews, I, too, stumbled upon this recording shortly after is was released. I had discovered a gem as we all had who own a copy--which is almost impossible to find anymore. Garfunkel's performances are some of his best outside of Simon &.... Amy Grant should listen to this album again and get inspired to rethink her musical direction. And Webb's penmanship is simply amazing--yes, it is truly art. I would love to see, better yet, produce a stage production of this piece. It needs to be introduced to more people. "Simple Little Tune", "Words from an Old Spanish Carol" & "Carol of the Birds" are breathtakingly beautiful and majestic--everything music should be during the holiday season. So to everyone who has a recording of this jewel, Happy Holidays, Merry Christmas and good listening!"
Track Listings (12) - Disc #1