The Holly and the Ivy: Carols from Clare College

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(2 stars) - disappointed
This CD includes many favourite carols, sung by an excellent choir, however, I felt that the quality of the recording was poor. I was unable to bring out the lower male vocals, thus the upper voices dominated throughout, which was quite disappointing. The accoustic echo made the lyrics almost impossible to discern.

(5 stars) - Awesome Christmas Music
I love my Christmas at Clare CD. I had it in albumn form at one time, unable to play so the return of this music within the 12 days of Christmas was most welcomed! Thanks for getting to me and in great shape. I will probably order more this year in time for Christmas gifts!
Sincerely,
Mark Raddatz, Lancaster, OH

(5 stars) - more excellent Christmas listening
I bought this CD as a replacement for the old vinyl recording I got years ago. This is one of my favorite Christmas albums. If you like John Rutter and his choral Christmas works, then you will want to own this CD. There are newer recordings since this was originally recorded (and I have them, too), but this was one of the first ones that I heard and it has sentimental value. And, once again, Amazon's price is the best.

(5 stars) - Pure joy
Whatever tensions you may have this Christmas, they will begin to melt away when you hear this music. I find myself thinking about this CD throughout the year; I don't know any other piece of music that does that to me. The songs go from reflective to joyful. As a matter of fact, my parakeets burst into song themselves when they hear, "King Jesus hath a garden" and "Donkey Carol". Careful listeners can hear a donkey bray during the Donkey Carol -- great fun. John Rutter and the Clare College Choir have given us a sterling musical gift.

(5 stars) - Sure to Spread Some Joy
I have just recently started to explore the world of choral music and I am so glad to have purchased this CD. To use an old-fashioned term, it is truly delightful. The song 'Donkey Carol' is my favorite and it is sure to bring a smile to the face of even the most misanthropic scrooge.

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