The Christmas Collection
Il Divo · 2005
37 min · 10 tracks · crossover · operatic pop
A lush blend of operatic vocals and holiday classics that evokes both warmth and nostalgia.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- warm holiday ambiance nostalgic reflective moments gentle background listening
- Context
- Released on October 25, 2005, 'The Christmas Collection' came during Il Divo's rise to fame following their self-titled debut album in 2004. This album allowed the group to expand their repertoire beyond pop into the holiday music genre, solidifying their place as crossover artists in the classical and contemporary music landscape.
- If you like
- crossover, operatic pop
The Christmas Collection is an album by Il Divo, released in 2005. A lush blend of operatic vocals and holiday classics that evokes both warmth and nostalgia. The album debuted at number one on the Billboard Classical Crossover Albums chart and received critical acclaim for its unique interpretation of holiday standards. It has been praised for bringing operatic pop to mainstream audiences, influencing a wave of similar crossover artists in the years that followed. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Christmas Collection sound like?
A lush blend of operatic vocals and holiday classics that evokes both warmth and nostalgia. Rooted in crossover and operatic pop.
What makes The Christmas Collection by Il Divo notable?
The album debuted at number one on the Billboard Classical Crossover Albums chart and received critical acclaim for its unique interpretation of holiday standards. It has been praised for bringing operatic pop to mainstream audiences, influencing a wave of similar crossover artists in the years that followed. Released on October 25, 2005, 'The Christmas Collection' came during Il Divo's rise to fame following their self-titled debut album in 2004. This album allowed the group to expand their repertoire beyond pop into the holiday music genre, solidifying their place as crossover artists in the classical and contemporary music landscape.
Who is The Christmas Collection for?
The Christmas Collection works well if you're into warm holiday ambiance, nostalgic reflective moments and gentle background listening.
How many songs are on The Christmas Collection?
The Christmas Collection has 10 tracks, running approximately 37 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 O Holy Night Standout 4:01
- 2 White Christmas 3:51
- 3 Ave Maria Standout 4:53
- 4 When a Child Is Born 3:00
- 5 Adeste fideles (O Come All Ye Faithful) 3:48
- 6 Over the Rainbow 4:04
- 7 Panis angelicus 3:46
- 8 Rejoice 3:10
- 9 Silent Night Standout 3:34
- 10 The Lord’s Prayer 2:52
Release Date
October 25, 2005
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
37 min 2 sec
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