Is This Is Christmas a good place to start with Katherine Jenkins?

Yes, This Is Christmas is recommended as a starting point for new Katherine Jenkins listeners. A lush blend of classical and contemporary holiday favorites delivered with Jenkins' operatic prowess and emotional depth. This Is Christmas was released in 2012 as Katherine Jenkins' first holiday-themed album, marking a significant moment in her career. At this point, she had already established herself as a crossover classical artist with several chart-topping albums, but this release aimed to capitalize on the festive market and expand her audience further during the holiday season.

Who is This Is Christmas for?

This Is Christmas works well if you're into steady festive spirit throughout, operatic vocals for holiday warmth and lively sing-alongs with friends.

How many songs are on This Is Christmas?

This Is Christmas has 14 tracks, running approximately 50 minutes.

Released 14 years ago this October

This Is Christmas

Katherine Jenkins · 2012

50 min · 14 tracks · classical music

A lush blend of classical and contemporary holiday favorites delivered with Jenkins' operatic prowess and emotional depth.

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Top tracks — play these first

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O Come O Come Emmanuel Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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O Holy Night — This rendition showcases Jenkins' powerful vocal range and emotional delivery, making it a standout interpretation of this beloved carol.
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The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire) — Jenkins brings a fresh yet classic touch to this iconic song, blending nostalgia with her operatic style that resonates well with listeners.
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Santa Baby — Her playful take on this classic adds a unique charm to the album, demonstrating her versatility beyond traditional carols.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady festive spirit throughout
operatic vocals for holiday warmth
lively sing-alongs with friends
reflective moments by the fire

Maybe skip if you

prefer modern soundscapes
want high-energy party tracks

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — This album solidified Jenkins' presence in the holiday music market.
Career context: This Is Christmas was released in 2012 as Katherine Jenkins' first holiday-themed album, marking a significant moment in her career. At this point, she had already established herself as a crossover classical artist with several chart-topping albums, but this release aimed to capitalize on the festive market and expand her audience further during the holiday season.
Stylistic neighbors: Andrea Bocelli· Il Divo· Sarah Brightman