Sufjan Stevens' 'Songs For Christmas' is a captivating and eclectic collection of festive tracks, released on 21 November 2006 via Asthmatic Kitty. This enchanting album seamlessly blends chamber pop and baroque pop genres, creating a unique soundscape that will delight listeners of all ages. With a generous duration of 2 hours and 3 minutes, Sufjan Stevens takes you on a merry journey through a diverse range of Christmas classics and original compositions.
From the serene 'Silent Night' and 'O Come O Come Emmanuel' to the lively 'We're Goin' To the Country!' and 'Come on! Let's Boogey to the Elf Dance!', Sufjan Stevens' distinctive voice and masterful instrumentation bring a fresh perspective to traditional carols. The album also features beautiful renditions of 'Amazing Grace', 'Angels We Have Heard on High', and 'Hark! The Herald Angels Sing!', showcasing Stevens' ability to balance reverence and playfulness.
With 'Songs For Christmas', Sufjan Stevens has crafted a heartfelt and imaginative holiday album that is sure to become a seasonal staple. His inventive approach to Christmas music, combined with his poetic lyrics and soaring melodies, makes this collection a true treasure. So, immerse yourself in the magic of Sufjan Stevens' 'Songs For Christmas' and discover a world of wonder and joy this festive season.
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Tracks
Silent NightSufjan Stevens
O Come O Come EmmanuelSufjan Stevens
We're Goin' To the Country!Sufjan Stevens
Lo! How A Rose E'er BloomingSufjan Stevens
It's Christmas! Let's Be Glad!Sufjan Stevens
Holy Holy, etc.Sufjan Stevens
Amazing GraceSufjan Stevens
Angels We Have Heard on HighSufjan Stevens
Put the Lights On the TreeSufjan Stevens
Come Thou Fount of Every BlessingSufjan Stevens
I Saw Three ShipsSufjan Stevens
Only at Christmas TimeSufjan Stevens
Once in Royal David's CitySufjan Stevens
Hark! The Herald Angels Sing!Sufjan Stevens
What Child Is This Anyway?Sufjan Stevens
Bring A Torch, Jeanette, IsabellaSufjan Stevens
O Come O Come EmmanuelSufjan Stevens
Come on! Let's Boogey to the Elf Dance!Sufjan Stevens
We Three KingsSufjan Stevens
O Holy NightSufjan Stevens
That Was the Worst Christmas Ever!Sufjan Stevens
Ding! Dong!Sufjan Stevens
All the King's HornsSufjan Stevens
The Friendly BeastsSufjan Stevens
The Little Drummer BoySufjan Stevens
Away In A MangerSufjan Stevens
Hey Guys! It's Christmas Time!Sufjan Stevens
The First NoelSufjan Stevens
Did I Make You Cry On Christmas Day? (Well, You Deserved It!)Sufjan Stevens
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