Dave Brubeck
covers a host of favorite
carols
on this solo outing. His chime-like
"Joy to the World"
and striding
"Winter Wonderland"
are treasures. His festive opening version of
"Jingle Bells"
contrasts with the weary version signaling the end of an evening's festivities; anyone who has ever worked a holiday party will relate to it. His originals include the delightful
"Run, Run, Run to Bethlehem"
and the meditative
"To Us Is Given."
This is a
Christmas
CD worth repeated hearings. ~ Ken Dryden