Holiday
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Category: Music
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Media: Audio CD
Number Of Discs: 1
UPC: 725906457528
EAN: 0725906457528
ASIN: B00004ZBJ8
Release Date: 2000-09-28 |
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Tracks:
- Good King Wenceslas
- What Child is This?
- Bring a Torch Jeanette, Isabella
- A Winter's Tale
- O Holy Night
- Il est Ne le Divin Enfant
- Through Her Eyes
- Angels We Have Heard On High
- We Three Kings
- By the Hearth
- Silent Night
- Joy to the World
Customer Reviews:
from Solo Piano Publications.......2002-10-25
Pianist David Tolk's "Holiday" is a warm, inspiring, and expertly-crafted collection of nine Christmas favorites and three original pieces. Tolk is joined by several other musicians on various acoustic instruments rather than doing all the parts on synth, giving the music a much more vibrant and lush feel. Most of the arrangements have a very peaceful tone to them, but several have a burst of musical energy that is infectious. Some of the traditional pieces included are "Good King Wenceslas," which starts out as a piano solo and builds momentum with guitar, then oboe, and then strings; it dances its way to a close with the piano leading the way playing a lively version of "The Holly and the Ivy" - a truly delightful arrangement! "What Child Is This?" is a soulful arrangement with cello, piano, and subtle vocals; oboe comes in later, adding to the beauty of the ensemble work - gorgeous! Tolk's arrangement of "Silent Night" is as gentle as they come. Piano, English horn, and wordless vocals make this another stand-out. I really like Tolk's unusual solo piano arrangement of "We Three Kings". The melancholy melody is speeded up a bit and given a lively left-hand accompaniment on piano. Other titles include "Bring a Torch, Jeanette Isabella," "Angels We Have Heard on High," and "O Holy Night." Tolk's three original pieces are excellent, and I'm really looking forward to hearing more of his work. "By the Hearth" is a piano and guitar duet that is both "folky" and contemporary, and full of good cheer. "Through Her Eyes" is a beautiful and loving piano solo for about half of the piece, and then the duo is joined by cello to totally melt the heartstrings. "A Winter's Tale" returns to piano and guitar in a relaxed and cheerful duet; about halfway through it becomes a full ensemble piece which allows each of the musicians to shine. This is an outstanding collection that is sure to brighten the holidays for even the most hardened Grinch. Very highly recommended!
Christmas Inspiration.......2001-08-18
I continue to find David's music calming and inspiring. Much of his music is similar in quality and sound, but there is always a different way David composes each song. I can count on anything he creates to be wonderful. And that's what it is, nothing short of a creation. I have his other cd's and would definitely recommend this Christmas version of the classics. Truly inspiring, even for those who don't get the Christmas 'bug' like the rest of us. Something to get us all in the mood during that hectic, crazy, marvelous time of the year. If I were a better music critic, I could use more precise words to describe just how great I think his work is. Like most of us, I know what I like when I hear it, and this is exceptional music.
Christmas Quality.......2001-08-18
I continue to find David's music calming and inspiring. Much of his music is similar in quality and sound, but there is always a different way David composes each song. I can count on anything he creates to be wonderful. And that's what it is, nothing short of a creation. I have his other cd's and would definitely recommend this Christmas version of the classics. Truly inspiring, even for those who don't get the Christmas 'bug' like the rest of us. Something to get us all in the mood during that hectic, crazy, marvelous time of the year. If I were a better music critic, I could use more precise words to describe just how great I think his work is. Like most of us, I know what I like when I hear it, and this is exceptional music.
Christmas Quality.......2001-08-18
I continue to find David's music calming and inspiring. Much of his music is similar in quality and sound, but there is always a different way David composes each song. I can count on anything he creates to be wonderful. And that's what it is, nothing short of a creation. I have his other cd's and would definitely recommend this Christmas version of the classics. Truly inspiring, even for those who don't get the Christmas 'bug' like the rest of us. Something to get us all in the mood during that hectic, crazy, marvelous time of the year. If I were a better music critic, I could use more precise words to describe just how great I think his work is. Like most of us, I know what I like when I hear it, and this is exceptional music.
The Spirit of Christmas.......2000-10-24
A masterful interpretation of some very popular Christmas songs. The creativity found in the original songs is very special. The spirit which emanates through these songs makes you want the Chrismas season to be 12 months long.
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