Christmas Variations
Rick Wakeman · 2000
55 min · 10 tracks · classical · hard rock · progressive rock
Elegant piano arrangements breathe new life into timeless Christmas carols, merging classical sensibilities with a modern touch.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- elegant melodies for holiday warmth
- steady pacing for reflective moments
- timeless carols reimagined with grace
- soothing background for festive gatherings
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of high-energy tracks
- prefer modern soundscapes exclusively
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time Rick Wakeman released 'Christmas Variations' in 2000, he was an established figure in music, known for his virtuosic keyboard skills and progressive rock contributions. This album marked a departure from his typical style, showcasing his ability to reinterpret classic hymns within a contemporary context, following a prolific career that included both rock and classical projects.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Keith Emerson· Genesis· Yes
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Silent Night 4:35
- 2 Hark the Herald Angels Sing 6:19
- 3 Christians Awake Salute the Happy Moon 7:02
- 4 Away in a Manger 5:28
- 5 While Shepherds Watch Their Flocks by Night 5:33
- 6 O Little Town of Bethlehem 6:06
- 7 It Came Upon a Midnight Clear 5:14
- 8 Once in Royal David’s City 4:58
- 9 O Come All Ye Faithful 5:16
- 10 Angels From the Realms of Glory 4:26
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