Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Christmas Attic

"Trans-Siberian Orchestra (often abbreviated as TSO) is a rock orchestra founded by Paul O'Neill, Robert Kinkel, and Jon Oliva in 1996. The band's musical style is often described in different terms, incorporating progressive rock, symphonic metal, and heavy metal, with influences from classical music. The group is based in New York City, but frequently tours worldwide. The Trans-Siberian Orchestra is known for its renditions of traditional Christmas songs.

"The group's name is inspired by the Trans-Siberian Railway in Russia which Kinkel says connects many cultures otherwise isolated, much like music. The concept for a band playing Christmas carols in a rock opera style was not received warmly by the industry, but quickly proved a success with adults as well as young people. In the recording studio, Trans-Siberian Orchestra uses a full 60-piece orchestra and a choir. As of 2004, their touring band included fourteen vocalists, fourteen musicians, and two narrators." -- from Wikipedia

This is incredible music and proof that no one should be subjected to Christmas standards 24/7. 

Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Christmas Attic (1998)

01 The Ghosts Of Christmas Eve
03 Boughs Of Holly (Instrumental)
03 The World That She Sees
04 Midnight Christmas Eve (Instrumental)
05 The March Of The Kings_Hark The Herald Angel
06 The Three Kings And I (What Really Happened)
07 Christmas Canon
08 Joy_Angels We Have Heard On High
09 Find Our Way Home
10 Appalachian Snowfall (Instrumental)
11 The Music Box
12 The Snow Came Down
13 Christmas In The Air
14 Dream Child (A Christmas Dream)
15 An Angel's Share
16 Music Box Blues

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