In an exciting move that marked music history, legendary superstar Ray Charles was joined by the world famous 120-member Voices of Jubilation Gospel Choir of Newark New Jersey for his first-ever Christmas Music Special. They are combining their talents in this unprecedented musical showcase not only to entertain but also to spread positive messages to a wide audience. What makes this endeavor so special is that the twelve-time Grammy winner Charles has never performed traditional holiday music in a live concert setting. And, of course, Ray Charles brings his own, unique, jazz/rhythm and blues interpretation to these traditional holiday favorites. The show includes such favorites as The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting On An Open Fire), Little Drummer Boy, Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas, Silent Night, The First Noel, Hark The Herald Angels Sing, Rudolph The Red Nose Reindeer, and many more.
C**L
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I love gospel music... My favorite smooth jazz radio station , which is no longer exsists. (the last 4years). would play "America " by Ray.It is not only the way he song it , but the wording of it. Most people don't get.. not only that , if that truly understood the way in which he song the it most would smile and say as human beings and christians we have forgotten.. Listen to it. God does't just Bless the U.S.A... Thank you
P**T
One of his best DVD performances if you like a little gospel in ...
One of his best DVD performances if you like a little gospel in your Christmas music. No one sings America like Ray does. Great Christmas gift.
K**A
Great addition to holiday collection
Happy to have received in time to enjoy this holiday season.
C**H
To the good all times at church
Gave has a gift to a fan of his .they were realky please with it
T**A
Ray Charles is the best
This is one of the best cd's of Ray Chatles that touches the heart. You almost feel as though you are sitting there in his present as he sing from his heart
M**"
Ray Charles celebrates A Christmas
Love the CD and DVD.
S**K
Better than the other guy says
It's true that about half of the 90 minute concert is the Voices of Jubilation choir on their own, the other half is led by Ray Charles. I would've liked more Ray, but to hear the other review tell it you'd think he only made a cameo appearance!The Voices of Jubilation choir is very good, I only wish their numbers had been more traditional Christmas songs (there are a number of non-holiday gospel tunes). The packaging states this was Ray Charles' final video-recorded performance, if that's true that makes it even more worth seeing.For the price, this is a very worthy Christmas set. You get an hour and a half concert, with excellent picture quality and 5.1 Dolby Digital sound. And on top of it, a CD that consists of all of Ray Charles numbers from the concert. Very generous if you ask me. This will be a part of my yearly Christmas tradition (along with Ray Charles' excellent 1985 "Spirit of Christmas" cd).
T**N
Ray Charles at his best...
Beautifully done. Makes me long to hear and see him live again. A wonderful gift for those who are Charles fans..... and a great Xmas gift...
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