The Hymns Of Christmas
Artist: Jennifer Knapp & Margaret Becker
Label: Independent
Release Date: November 27, 2012
Duration: 10 tracks, 35:06
Immediately, the listener hears the exceptional acoustic
signature and well-matched harmonies which make this collaboration stand up.
The strength in Knapp’s voice is given an added flavor with Becker’s
contributions. In this collection there is a new strength in the joy, praise,
and hope of Christmas.
Highlighted by solid acoustic guitar composition, this Christmas
collection starts strong out of the gates with “Go Tell It On the Mountain”.
Knapp’s vocals give this standard new strength. Becker’s lead vocals shine in “Hark
the Herald Angels Sing”. This version displays delicacy with a great
arrangement highlighted by strong bass undertones.
The jazz chords are outstanding in this rendition of “The
First Noel”, nothing short of excellent! Throughout the collection there is
great harmony and wonderful arrangement showing new life. With strength in
voice and simplicity in melody, “O Come All Ye Faithful” provides more than a
Christmas standard; it provides direction and focus as the lyrics were always
intended to.
Here is unparalleled harmony, arrangement and acoustic
simplicity. Here is beauty, artistry and discovery. Here is love, joy and
praise.
Scott S Mertens
4 1/2 tocks
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