Source: 2003 CD
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By shopcentz
[quote]1.The First Noel- Clay Aiken - By FAR...the BEST recording on the album. This is the reason I purchased this cd. I heard this and was bowled over - had to have it. Modestly lush arrangement, perfect for this song. Clay Aiken's rendition-beautiful. If I was hesitant about buying Measure of a Man( Clay's new cd)....this would convince me to DO IT!
2. Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas. Ruben Studdard/Tamyra Gray - Ruben and Tamyra blend nicely on this song. I really like these two together!
3. Oh Come All ye Faithful-Ensemble A very nice a capella rendition. they blend well, yet this version is distinct enough so you can enjoy the solo parts.( yes, even Justin Guarini shines here)
4.Silent Night - Tamyra Gray - her beautiful voice soars here.
5.Silver Bells - Clay Aiken/Kimberley Locke - A VERY nice light and happy version here...Kimberley Locke adds such a warm touch to this melody...and Clay - right on the money - as usual.
6.Santa Claus Is Coming to Town - Ensemble - Jazzy touch - this Ensemble version is very upbeat...one of my favorites.
7. The Christmas Song - Kimberley Locke ...If anyone can pull this one off, it is Kimberley Locke... and in STYLE too! Her voice is as welcome and warm sun rays on a cold winter's day. Superb.
8.I'll Be Home for Christmas - Justin Guarini- Although I think Justin Guarini has a lot of talent...I don't feel his heart is in this one, or maybe I just don't like this particular arrangement. All in all, it is pleasant enough though.
9.Winter Wonderland - Christina Christian - Not my favorite, almost sounds like an actress overacting...even though I do like her voice.
10. This Christmas - Ruben Studdard - I really like this one by Ruben - very upbeat..kinda funky...his voice matches the arrangement perfectly.
Bonus Disc - Kelly Clarkson
1.Oh Holy Night- Another a capella song...you can really get a feel for Kelly's awesome voice here. Might make you want to run out and buy Thankful (her cd).
2.My Grown up Christmas List - Very,very nice.
Although I hesitated to buy this cd at first, only choosing to do so on the strenghth of the The First Noel, I now feel I got MORE than my money's worth.[/quote]
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