George Melachrino and his Orchestra - "Christmas Joy"
Out of the dozens of Christmas records I've collected from thrift shops over the
years this one stood out because of the comfy cabin artwork which I found
fitting for the first review of this series on this page.
A whimsical and playful classical sound throughout this thing. Sometimes even a little ominous
with deep organ on tracks like "God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen." The strings and
horns work beautifully off each other and many songs build to an almost
cinematic swell. The warm, cheerful, and nostalgic feel on this record makes it
perfect for the holiday season.
•Rating: 8.7/10
•Release: 1959
•Lable: RCA
•Genre: Christmas/classical
•Full-length/black vinyl
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