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Sounding Joy

Sounding Joy CD coverThis CD is composed of some of the performers' favorite English and traditional carols, and seasonal works of some of the great composers, in unique arrangements for mandolin and guitar. Many people claim the warmth and simple beauty of "The Sounding Joy" keeps them sane when the holiday season threatens to turn frantic.

$15.00

Songs List

  1. The Holly and the Ivy
  2. It was the Holly
  3. Maria Walked Amid the Thorn
  4. Gower Wassail
  5. Down In Yon Forest
  6. Sheep May Safely Graze - J. S. Bach
  7. A New Noel
  8. Brightest and Best
  9. Wexford Carol
  10. Lord of the Dance
  11. Coverdale's Carol
  12. A La Nanita Nana
  13. Carol of the Bagpipers
  14. King Herod and the Cock
  15. The Praise of Christmas
  16. Jesu Joy of Man's Desiring - J.S. Bach
  17. Joy to the World
  18. Lo How a Rose - Michael Praetorius
  19. Maria's Journey - Johannes Brahms
  20. A Christmas Carol - Charles Ives
  21. Masters In This Hall - Gustav Holst

Reviews

"These warm all-acoustic non-vocal renditions of the classics and the familiar provide a peaceful antidote when it feels as if the holiday season is running amok."

Al Stankus
Boston Sunday Herald (USA)

"If you long to celebrate simple joys at Christmastime, then this diversified garland of carols, folk tunes, and chorales will meet with your approval. The Mair-Davis Duo has fashioned arrangements of elegant artistry, which capture to perfection the beauty of the season."

Koldys
American Record Guide (USA)

"Bearing musical tidings of comfort and joy, seasonal music by Bach, Brahms, and Handel are offered by the Mair-Davis Duo on 'The Sounding Joy'."

The New York Times (USA)

"An intriguing meld...chamber settings that have a subtle rhythmic pulse and a warm sense of interplay."

The Washington Post (USA)

"The happiness and joy associated with the season are proclaimed through familiar carols and songs in simple yet effective arrangements...I'll play this one often."

CD Review (USA)


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