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From Spirits and Ghosts (Score for a Dark Christmas)

Tarja Turunen · 2017

49 min · 12 tracks · classical · power metal · traditional heavy metal

A haunting orchestral celebration intertwining traditional carols with Tarja's operatic vocals and dark atmospheric elements.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • haunting orchestral winter ambiance
  • steady pacing for reflective moments
  • operatic vocals enhance seasonal spirit
  • consistent journey through traditional carols

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer upbeat holiday celebrations
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on November 17, 2017, 'From Spirits and Ghosts' is Tarja Turunen's first Christmas album, showcasing her evolution from metal frontwoman to a versatile classical artist. Following her departure from Nightwish in 2005, this album signifies her continued exploration of diverse musical styles, particularly in the realm of classical and operatic pop.
Stylistic neighbors
Nightwish· Within Temptation· Epica

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 O Come, O Come, Emmanuel 4:56
  • 2 Together 3:21
  • 3 We Three Kings 3:54
  • 4 Deck the Halls 2:44
  • 5 Pie Jesu 3:28
  • 6 Amazing Grace 4:42
  • 7 O Tannenbaum 3:37
  • 8 Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas 3:40
  • 9 God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen 4:13
  • 10 Feliz Navidad 5:48
  • 11 What Child Is This 4:55
  • 12 We Wish You a Merry Christmas 4:07

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