Christmas Around the World
by Various Artists
CD Edition
978 PUTU 218 1
PUTU218
Published: Apr 2004
No. of CDs: 1
Duration: 1h 0m
List Price: £11.99
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Synopsis
A collection of Christmas songs performed by artists from all over the globe.
Putumayo gives the holiday season an international flavor with Christmas Around the World, a collection of familiar Christmas songs performed by artists from all over the globe. From a Cuban rendition of "Joy to the World" to a flamenco version of "White Christmas," Christmas Around the World adds a unique twist to the classic carols that enliven the holidays.
In a world that is constantly changing, Christmas is a time for revisiting the familiar customs and rituals that connect everyone to generations past. While Christmas is celebrated in different ways around the world, among the unifying elements that help create holiday spirit are the songs, hymns, and carols that serve as the soundtrack for the season. And, though every country has its own unique songs, there are certain melodies that have crossed every border.
Most of the songs on Christmas Around the World will sound familiar through a few are traditional melodies from a region or culture. All conjure up the Christmas spirit and add a special, international flavor to the holiday ambiance.
Track Listing:
01. New York Twoubadou - Joyeux Noël
02. Steve Schuch and Night Heron Consort - Here We Come A-Wassailing
03. Liuba Maria Hevia - Venid Fieles Todos (Adeste Fidelis)
04. Sheryl Cormier and Cajun Sounds - St. Nicholas
05. Cuba LA - Deck the Hall
06. Banks Soundtech Steel Orchestra - God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen
07. Los Reyes - White Christmas
08. Michael Doucet - We Three Kings
09. Dan Crary - What Child is This
10. Pepe Castillo - Aguinaldo Jibaro
11. Kali - Douce Nuit (Silent Night)
12. Ramon F. Veloz - Paz en la Tierra (Joy to the World)
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