Customer Reviews

Christmas at The Biltmore Estate

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A very warm set of holiday tunes from Judy, performed in a very special place. Judy's sometimes-nostalgic stage patter lends a little sadness to this set, but all in all it's a cheerful thing! I give this four stars rather than five only because I would have liked more 'adult' tunes rather than kids' favorites. Judy's other holiday CD, Come Rejoice, was beautifully produced but marred by some vocal problems. All in all, this is the better set.

This album has something of all members of the family, young and old alike. The arrangements are well done and the narrative is enlightening. Ms. Collins adds her own special touches

This Christmas CD by Judy Collins is the BEST! My little niece asks me to play this CD for her every Christmas season! A CLASSIC! The choir is wonderful, Judy is FABULOUS and the Biltmore is a perfect setting for her concert. Enjoy the CD!

Anyone who doubts how terrific Judy Collins still is after all these years should listen to this wonderful Christmas album she produced in the mid 1990s. She is in full voice here, and if you are familiar with her amazing range, you can appreciate how well that vehicle can deal with the traditional Christmas music included in this album. She is nothing if not the consummate interpreter of other's music. We can hear her magical touch as she glides through a number of standards such as "Silver Bells", "Joy To The World", and "The First Noel". She is also very good with a number of contemporary seasonal tunes like "All On A Wintry Night", "The Night Before Christmas", and an unforgettable version of "O Come All Ye Faithful". If you want a classic treatment of a number of traditional and contemporary Christmas music delivered with the voice of our own special angel, you will really enjoy this terrific recent Christmas album by Judy Collins. Joy and Peace!

If you saw Judy Collins' program on PBS last year, you know what an outstanding CD this must be. Judy's voice has never been better, and she is supported by some terrific instrumentalists. This CD will get you in the holiday spirit !

Christmas at The Biltmore was my first exposure to Judy Collins. Now I'm a very devoted fan of hers. I had seen the TV special and I was enchanted by her voice.I also loved the songs as I love to listen to Christmas music all year round. I also enjoyed the stories she tells between songs. I had this CD years ago but it broke and I'm pleased to have it back in my collection of Judy Collins music.

Judy is in wonderful voice, the choir adds to the production, as do Judy's personal reminiscences. I've attended Judy Collins' Christmas concerts, and this album brings back fond memories. Her own compositions, Come, Rejoice and All on a Wintry Night, are among the best tracks on the album, but every song is very well done.

I have been a fan of Judy Collins since the '60s and my high school years. Her clear-as-a-bell voice together with my interest in the folk music genre pulled me into the growing group of her admirers. While I did not espouse all her political views and songs, I even tolerated those to hear her voice ring out with clarity and feeling. My wife has loved and studied everything she could find about the Biltmore, the Vanderbilts and that era when lack of an income tax and enormous railroading profits allowed such an extravagant lifestyle. We even visited there once and walked through the estate tour. So I had to get this album for both of us. The original songs written by Judy Collins and lush musical backing for her wonderful voice were an unexpected plus. I am so glad I got this album. It was a Christmas in August, and I will enjoy it clear through December and on into next year!

Good price fast delivery. Excellent CD I have the original VHS tape from 1997 and have just replaced it with a copy of the CD. The tape is still in good condition but I feel the CD will hold up better. We play it several times during the Christmas season. Now that we have the CD we can enjoy the concert in the car and listen to the CD while decorating and on the road.

If you like Judy Collins and you are seeking Christmas carols, you'll like this CD. Her personal memories and reflections accompanying the songs provide a homey atmosphere.