Christmas Together
The Piano Guys · 2017
47 min · 12 tracks · crossover
An elegant blend of classical arrangements and contemporary sensibilities, creating a festive soundscape that resonates with holiday spirit.
Top tracks — play these first
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O Holy Night / Ave Maria — This track exemplifies their ability to combine soaring melodies with emotional depth, bridging traditional carol elements with lush instrumental backing that captures the essence of the season.
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Little Drummer Boy / Do You Hear What I Hear — The medley seamlessly intertwines two beloved carols, showcasing intricate cello and piano harmonies that elevate the familiar tunes into a new realm of artistic expression.
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Silent Night, Holy Night — Their rendition transforms this classic into a serene and contemplative experience, highlighted by delicate arrangements that evoke a sense of peace and reflection on the holiday's true meaning.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends classical and contemporary styles but lacks standout compositions that elevate it beyond its genre.
What we noticed
- Several tracks incorporate medleys, blending traditional carols with classical pieces, creating unique transitions between themes.
- The last three tracks slow down the tempo significantly, providing a reflective conclusion to the album's festive energy.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
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
- steady pacing for holiday gatherings
- warm nostalgia for festive moments
- background ambiance for cozy evenings
- reflective listening during winter nights
- joyful spirit for family celebrations
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy party tracks
- prefer modern, upbeat music
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2017, Christmas Together is The Piano Guys' seventh studio album and marks a continuation of their successful crossover style. Following the commercial success of their previous albums, this release showcases their signature blend of classical music with modern instrumentation while celebrating the holiday season.
- Stylistic neighbors
- 2Cellos· Lindsey Stirling· Vitamin String Quartet
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Angels from the Realms of Glory 4:05
- 2 O Holy Night / Ave Maria 5:17
- 3 Mary Did You Know / Corelli Christmas Concerto 4:01
- 4 Ode to Joy to the World 4:06
- 5 What Child is This 2:58
- 6 Gloria / Hark! The Herald Angels Sing 3:53
- 7 O Little One Sweet 3:42
- 8 Little Drummer Boy / Do You Hear What I Hear 3:54
- 9 Silent Night, Holy Night 3:28
- 10 I Saw Three Ships 2:42
- 11 The Manger 4:00
- 12 The Sweetest Gift (Dedicated to Annie Schmidt) 5:00
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