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Upon A Midnight Clear

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"Do you hear what I hear?" is the most beautiful rendition of this classic Christmas song that I have ever heard, and I think it defines not only how exotic and exquisite Jonn Serrie's music truly is, it also defines the sensitivity of how he "hears" music whether interpreting a classic or that which he brings to those of his own creative genius.

The Midnight Medely of various carols from other lands is enchanting and fresh. I get the chills listening to his soulful rendition of the French Carol "Between the Ox and the Lamb" for it is so beautiful. "Lo, how a rose e'er blooming" is a German Carol that can bring tears from the emotional depth of its sweetness and sorrow.

"Away in the Manger" and "O Holy Night" are delicate, lilting renditions that uplift the spirit and open the heart with a gentle reminder of the essence and meaning of this sacred celebration. It is a lovely way to focus consciousness upon higher values for a time away from the commercialism that often captures one during an energy intensive dash through stores for gifts. Jonn's airy, spatial touch breathes an expansiveness into the music and evokes a sense of release from the occasional stress of holidays. A delicious tingle of bells and chimes throughout "The Holly and the Ivy" brightens the music and delights the ear with a joyous touch that is playful and happy.

His masterful, thoughtful piano on "The First Noel" is crystalline and beautifully supported by a richness of airy synthesizers and whispery, angelic voices and is truly gorgeous. Jonn has created a mellow, lush and dreamy feeling with this glossy holiday celebration of sound. Listening to it now in the quiet and comfort of night only one word will describe this album: divine.

If you dislike space/planetarium music, this CD is NOT for you. If your idea of Christmas music is "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree" or "Jingle Bell Rock", don't buy it. However, if you think Christmas is a quiet, contemplative time of reflection, thanks, and wonder, give this CD a try and enjoy.

This CD contains the most beautiful music ever composed! I've listened to this music so many times now, even when it is not Christmas, and it continues to inspire, uplift and move me to new heights of being and awareness every time. Every song is played unlike any other version of holiday music you have ever heard. I never knew that Christmas music, or any other music for that matter, could be so beautiful and so magical. Listening to this music has a profound effect upon me; I feel as if I'm being transported to another dimension. This music is sheer ecstasy and is sure to captivate your heart and soul, as it has ours. Buy this CD and, for best results, put it in your portable player, adjust your headphones, lie down, close your eyes and listen as you are carried away to a place of unimaginable joy and beauty! I guarantee it. Listen to this CD and your cares and worries during the upcoming holidays--and at any other time--will just disappear!
I also highly recommend Mr. Serrie's newer holiday CD, "Yuletides."

Jonn Serrie is famous for writing space music. That said, this is a "spacey" take on Christams music--and I love it. Usually, new agey Christmas music is soooo sweet that it makes you feel slightly nauseous. Alternatively, it is so overblown that you feel as if Liberace's ghost has possesed the MIDI (I won't mention Manheim Steamroller--but you KNOW who I mean). Jonn Serrie's CD is in a category of its own in creating tasteful, quiet, yet inspirational versions of traditional Christmas music. I always play this CD at Christmastime on public radio in Alaska, and it seems to fit the mood of deep, black, starry nights with the aurora swirling overhead. Last year, I got a local CD retailer to order several copies, and within a week after the the music was first played on the air, all the copies were gone! If you are a Hearts of Space fan, then give this one a try.

Mr. Serrie has once again impressed me. His ability to look into the human soul and bring out the peace and beauty that resides within us all, is truly a gift. That gift is what the true meaning of Christmas is all about. Thank you, Mr. Serrie, for making traditional holiday songs bright and new again.

Jonn Serrie is best known for space music, though he has also done romantic and spiritual recordings as well. With this Christmas CD, he issues a deep spiritual touch combined with the best of his space personna. This is truly a great change from the standard, and too often shallow and commercial Christmas music we are bombarded with each year. Unlike some electronic music, where the same old tune or riff drones on and on, this music doesn't for the most part though it does begin to do so on the very last medley track. But overall, this is an excellent CD, as is Yuletides his second Christmas CD. His third Christmas CD was due to be released for the 2003 season but I am not sure of it's status and of course have not heard it yet. Overall, if you are looking for a deep listening, relaxing, and spiritually uplifting experience in the true meaning of Christmas, this CD of traditional Christmas worship songs done in an untraditional manner would be most recommended.

This CD contains the most beautiful music ever composed by a human! I've listened to this music so many times now, even when it is not Christmas, and it continues to move, inspire and uplift me to new heights of being and awareness every time. Every song is played unlike any other version of holiday music you have ever heard. I never knew that Christmas music, or any other music for that matter, could be so enduring, so beautiful and so magical. Listening to this music has a profound effect upon me; I feel as if I'm being transported to another dimension. This music is sheer ecstasy and is sure to captivate your heart and soul, as it has ours. Buy this CD and, for best results, put it in your portable player, adjust your headphones, lie down, close your eyes and listen as you are carried away to a place of unimaginable joy and beauty! I guarantee it. Listen to this CD and your cares and worries during the upcoming holidays--and at any other time--will disappear!!

not a toe-tapper in the list, but wonderful sounds for your morning tai chi. keep your sub-woofer on to catch the low tones. Jonn was doing live most of this music at our north Georgia mall, many folk stopped and listened. good stuff.

One of the best cds for a quiet moment during the holidays. The last medley is out of this world.

I heard this exquisite album and I just can to tell you it is wonderful, because it textura I mean Mr.Serrie is an awesome musician and he can carry us to stranges and beautiful worlds with his music. And this cd give us plenty of this. I recommend everybody taste this cd !