If, as the saying goes, "Christmas is for children..." then An Angel Tree Christmas expresses the real meaning of Christmas from a very significant viewpoint. The pure innocence and clarity of the angelic voices of The Angel Tree Children's Choir brings out the beauty of the musical arrangements. The sound of the choir brings alive the Christmas message, much like a bright, shining star on a still night first did so many years ago.
An Angel Tree Christmas is a combination of carols and hymns. "Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas" and "Sleigh Ride" are beautifully performed with a very traditional sound. You will also find such all-time favorites as "Angels We Have Heard On High," "Silent Night," "Away In A Manger," "The First Noel," and "What Child Is This?" The Angel Tree Children's Choir is accompanied by The Nashville String Machine on these new arrangements of classic hymns with a powerful, yet familiar sound. The musical writing talents of a host of writers are evident in the beauty of these arrangements that were masterfully produced by Grammy-winning Barny Robertson.
I was very pleasantly surprised by the new sound in the arrangement on "Joy To The World." This song is presented with a very upbeat, moving tune that is sure to be appreciated by children ... of all ages. The children's enthusiasm and joy are evident in their voices as they sing-and what voices! The children in the choir were selected from among those who had received gifts and support from the Angel Tree Organization, a national outreach ministry to children of prisoners in the United States.
An Angel Tree Christmas can make a very meaningful contribution to your current collection of Christmas music. In addition, Star Song will donate a significant percentage of the proceeds of the sales of this album to the Angel Tree program... and giving to others is what Christmas is all about!
