The Classic Christmas Album cover

The Classic Christmas Album

Sarah McLachlan · 2015

65 min · 18 tracks · pop rock · soft rock · adult contemporary music

A serene collection of traditional Christmas songs infused with McLachlan's emotive vocals and rich arrangements.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • serene holiday ambiance
  • cozy evening gatherings
  • reflective winter moments
  • heartwarming family traditions
  • steady, soothing listening experience

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer upbeat party music
  • seek intense emotional highs

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'The Classic Christmas Album' was released in 2015, Sarah McLachlan had established herself as a prominent figure in adult contemporary music, following her successful career launch in the late '90s. This album marked a return to holiday-themed music after her previous seasonal release, 'Wintersong' in 2006, showcasing her ability to reinterpret classic songs with a personal touch.
Stylistic neighbors
Tori Amos· Enya· Natalie Merchant

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Wintersong 3:31
  • 2 Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas 3:45
  • 3 What Child Is This? (Greensleeves) 3:31
  • 4 I’ll Be Home for Christmas 3:14
  • 5 God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen / We Three Kings 3:28
  • 6 Happy Xmas (War Is Over) 3:29
  • 7 Prayer of St. Francis 2:00
  • 8 I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day 3:39
  • 9 Space on the Couch for Two 4:18
  • 10 Find Your Voice 3:18
  • 11 River 4:04
  • 12 Silent Night 3:49
  • 13 The O Little Town of Bethlehem 3:51
  • 14 The First Noel / Mary Mary 5:01
  • 15 Song for a Winter’s Night 3:48
  • 16 In a Bleak Mid Winter 3:46
  • 17 Christmas Time Is Here 4:00
  • 18 Touch 3:11

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