A Rockapella Holiday
Rockapella · 2011
40 min · 12 tracks · a cappella
Joyful harmonies and inventive vocal arrangements bring classic holiday songs to life in a fresh, a cappella style.
Top tracks — play these first
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Christmas Don't Be Late (The Chipmunk Song) — This playful rendition captures the group's signature humor while showcasing intricate vocal layering that reimagines a beloved classic.
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Wonderful Christmastime — The upbeat arrangement turns this Paul McCartney staple into an infectious celebration, emphasizing the group's tight harmonies and rhythmic precision.
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Happy Christma-Hanu-Kwanzaa Holiday — This original composition reflects inclusivity in holiday celebrations, combining various traditions into an engaging and festive narrative.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Rockapella's inventive arrangements and vocal techniques create a distinctive holiday album that stands out in the genre.
What we noticed
- The album features intricate vocal arrangements where each member of the group contributes distinct harmonies, creating a rich tapestry of sound.
- Several tracks incorporate playful vocal percussion that mimics traditional instruments, enhancing the a cappella experience.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- joyful harmonies for festive gatherings
- short bursts of holiday cheer
- playful renditions of classic tunes
- inviting sing-alongs with friends
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instrumental music
- want extensive lyrical depth
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2011, A Rockapella Holiday is part of Rockapella's extensive discography following their 2008 album, Live! In Concert. At this point, the group was solidifying their reputation as a leading voice in contemporary a cappella music, building on their prior success while exploring new thematic material for holiday music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Blenders· Pentatonix· The House Jacks
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Angels We Have Heard On High 4:08
- 2 Christmas Don't Be Late (The Chipmunk Song) 2:58
- 3 I Have a Little Dreidel 2:19
- 4 Matunda Ya Kwanzaa 3:03
- 5 Wonderful Christmastime 4:07
- 6 Jingle Bell Rock 1:55
- 7 Ukranian Carol 2:25
- 8 O Little Town of Bethlehem 3:56
- 9 The Little Drummer Boy 3:27
- 10 Christmas Altogether 4:59
- 11 Happy Christma-Hanu-Kwanzaa Holiday 3:57
- 12 Auld Lang Syne 3:22
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