Released 20 years ago
Min Jul
Maria Arredondo · 2006
46 min · 13 tracks · pop music
A festive collection of traditional and contemporary holiday songs infused with heartfelt pop melodies and gentle arrangements.
Top tracks — play these first
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Himmel på jord — This opening track sets a serene tone for the album with its uplifting melody and beautifully arranged instrumentation, capturing the essence of joy found in the holiday season.
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Deilig er jorden — The song's emotive delivery and rich harmonies highlight Arredondo's vocal strength, creating a poignant moment that resonates deeply with themes of peace and celebration.
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Nå tennes tusen julelys — This track embodies the spirit of Christmas through its warm imagery and inviting melody, making it a beloved classic that resonates with listeners' holiday nostalgia.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
This album blends traditional and contemporary holiday music with gentle pop arrangements, making it a seasonal favorite in Norway.
What we noticed
- Several tracks incorporate choral backing vocals, enhancing the festive atmosphere without overshadowing Arredondo's lead vocals.
- The tempo varies across the tracks, with some maintaining a steady pace while others slow down for more reflective moments.
- The last three tracks create a gradual winding down effect, transitioning from upbeat to more serene melodies.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- 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
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running order, pacing, length
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Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Himmel på jord 3:25
- 2 Glade jul 4:29
- 3 Sonjas sang til julestjernen 2:36
- 4 Jeg er så glad hver julekveld 3:30
- 5 Klagesang 4:27
- 6 Deilig er jorden 4:23
- 7 Det lyser i stille grender 2:50
- 8 Ledet av en stjerne 3:29
- 9 Det kimer nå til julefest 2:45
- 10 En stjerne skinner i natt 3:52
- 11 Det hev ei rose sprunge 3:56
- 12 When you wish upon a star 3:46
- 13 Nå tennes tusen julelys 2:46
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