of artists sharing their love of music in an intimate setting. Features vocal and instrumental duets with Chris Botti, Sting, Josh Groban, Kristin Chenoweth, Regina Spektor and many others.  (less)

sold millions, which seems to indicate that it is everything its advertising claims it to be: "America's favorite Christmas music." The powerfully successful Mannheim Steamroller formula, conceived by group mastermind Chip Davis, involves a blend of Renaissance-flavored moods and instrumentation (strings, harpsichord, flute, French horn) intertwined with polite pop instrumental music. At times, the analog synthesizers used in this 1984 recording sound dated and a little cheesy, particularly on "Deck the Halls" and "Good King Wenceslas." But it is a forgivable offense since live instruments and the earnest but ersatz medieval atmosphere they evoke dominate 8 of the 11 tracks. As pleasant and soothing as a Willard Scott birthday wish, Christma...  (less)

beautiful, this album pays repect to the originals while integrating Jake's own soulful, one of a kind interpretations.  (less)

is joined by his band The Strange Sensation who worked with him on 2002’s Grammy nominated DREAMLAND and have been vital in the development of Plant’s musical growth. The record is an inspired collection of new songs that are raw and bristling with energy but also rich in texture and detail. MIGHTY REARRANGER recalls the drive and passion of Robert Plant and Led Zeppelin’s strongest work taking the explosive riffs, compulsive guitar hooks and mind boggling arrangements that Zeppelin is known for and infusing the music with the modern influences of Portishead, Massive Attack and Roni Size. The result is a sonic tour de force and one of Robert’s finest offerings to date.  (less)

sensibilities, are complemented with the beautiful poetry of words sung in a blend of Italian, French and Spanish. The exuberance of the musical performances masterfully played out by musicians on a broad selection of instruments, such as violins, harp, accordion and a haunting organ; evoke a powerful feeling of authenticity and genuine artistic spirit. The production of this studio recording involved 61 musicians and singers, including a 16-piece choir and a 13-piece string section. Produced by Benoit Groulx (A Sound of Thunder, An American Haunting). About the Show: Corteo, which means "cortege" in Italian, is a joyous procession, a festive parade imagined by a clown. The clown pictures his own funeral taking...  (less)

A Merry Christmas 4. Christmas Secrets 5. Amid The Falling Snow 6. Oiche Chiun (Silent Night)  (less)

are combined to stimulate the senses and refresh the spirit. Her goody bag of flutes consists of C Flute, Bass Flute (a gold one at that!), Dove and Kiowa Love Flutes (both Native American Indian in origin), and a few surprises thrown in to top it off. Of her flute playing, Pam Adams of the National Flute Association once said that she possesses techniques that are of the best in the world. Kent Henry, nationally known recording artist with 20 albums to his credit, once asked Theresa if she had been playing flute since she was in the womb! Robert Adams of the Dallas Opera said that she is as good a vocalist as anyone on the radio today. Her music has spanned the U.S. and over 50 different countries. Both CBS and NBC affiliates hav...  (less)