Released 62 years ago this November
Jul, jul, strålande jul
Ingvar Wixell · 1964
38 min · 14 tracks · opera
A lush orchestral arrangement intertwined with Wixell's operatic tenor creates a warm, nostalgic atmosphere for the holiday season.
Top tracks — play these first
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Jul, Jul, Strålande Jul — The title track encapsulates the spirit of the album with its soaring melody and heartfelt delivery, making it synonymous with Swedish Christmas celebrations.
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När Det Lider Mot Jul — This track features poignant lyrics that reflect on the anticipation of Christmas, paired with Wixell's rich vocal delivery that evokes deep emotion.
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Stilla Natt, Heliga Natt — Wixell's rendition of this classic carol highlights his operatic prowess, transforming it into a serene and contemplative experience that resonates during the holidays.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Wixell's operatic style and orchestral arrangements create a warm holiday atmosphere, making it a staple in Swedish Christmas music.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent orchestral arrangement throughout, with Wixell's tenor voice prominently leading each track.
- Each song is structured around traditional Swedish Christmas themes, often employing a verse-chorus format.
- The tempo varies slightly across tracks, but most maintain a slow to moderate pace, creating a reflective mood.
- Several tracks incorporate choral backing, enhancing the lushness of the orchestration and adding depth to the vocal performances.
- 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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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
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whether it sounds like itself
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Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Julsång (O, Helga Natt) 4:00
- 2 När Det Lider Mot Jul 2:19
- 3 Det Är En Ros Utsprungen 4:26
- 4 I Juletid 1:56
- 5 Ett Barn Är Fött På Denna Dag 1:46
- 6 Kom Jul, Med Klara, Vita Ljus 3:55
- 7 Jul, Jul, Strålande Jul 3:02
- 8 Hosianna 1:34
- 9 Det Brinner En Stjärna I Österland 2:29
- 10 Stilla Natt, Heliga Natt (Silent Night, Holy Night) 2:37
- 11 Betlehems Stjärna (Gläns Över Sjö Och Strand) 2:53
- 12 Nu Är Det Advent 2:53
- 13 Nu Tändas Tusen Juleljus 1:57
- 14 Gören Portarna Höga 2:52
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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