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Heart of the Holidays
Laurie Z.
This Holiday album from Laurie Z. features Laurie's trademark musical stylings combined with Jack Palance's narration of The Night Before Christmas. This is Classic and new Holiday music in unique arrangements and in keeping with the season and times.
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Bring A Torch/Little Drummer Boy | 4:23 |
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I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus | 3:25 |
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The Heart of the Holidays | 3:52 |
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Imagine/Happy Xmas | 5:09 |
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What Child is This | 3:04 |
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Mo'oz Tsur | 3:25 |
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Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas | 2:58 |
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Carol of the Bells | 2:44 |
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Warmth From Within | 2:55 |
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Deck The Halls/Angels We Have Heard On High | 3:44 |
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Sivivon | 3:06 |
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| 12 |
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Do You Hear What I Hear | 3:35 |
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Same Old Lang Syne Medley | 2:15 |
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| 14 |
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The Night Before Christmas | 3:37 |
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Description
~~An upbeat Christmas release to make your celebration special!~~
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Review by Carol Swanson
www.ChristmasReviews.com
"Heart of the Holidays" is a showcase for the very talented Laurie Z, acclaimed keyboardist and composer (and arranger on many cuts). Although the principal focus is on the artist's amazing keyboard abilities, the disc reflects a much broader range of materials.
Of the 14 tracks, 11 are instrumentals, and two of these are Laurie Z. originals ("Heart of the Holidays" and "Warmth from Within"). The new songs are lovely pieces that fit naturally among the well-known classics. The musical style is a mix of pop, classical, and new age, with more than a dash of synthesizer action.
This CD has much to offer, and it has a delightful sense of humor. Actor Jack Palance sings on "I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus" and he brings a poignant and playful perspective to the song. Palance's narration of "The Night Before Christmas" is right on the money and closes the disc.
"Heart of the Holidays" has many fine moments. Laurie Z's original creations (the title track and her "Warmth from Within") immediately feel like old friends. The "Imagine/Happy Xmas" homage to songwriter John Lennon has winning vocals (Michael Carter, Guy Tanner and The Heart Choir), and Carter also contributes his silken voice to a wonderful "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas." The "Deck the Halls/Angels We Have Heard on High" medley is exceptional.
"This album is a heartfelt reminder of the enduring joy of the season and of the human spirit, and has an uplifting energy enjoyable year-round. ON THE TOP 10 RELEASES LIST by Kathy Parsons: "There isn't a weak track on this CD, and the sense of fun and joy is a breath of fresh air. I give it a wholehearted recommendation!"
"Playful touches are included, like special guest, actor Jack Palance singing "I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus", and a snippet of Adam Sandler's "Chanukah Song" featured into the grand finale. Listeners will walk away humming the indelible melodies of the original songs composed for this album by Laurie Z., including "Heart of the Holidays" and "Warmth from Within", written for the beautiful album cover oil painting by renowned artist Jesse Anderson.