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A new groove for Christmas Music

S. T. Holt | East Coast USA | 05/12/2006

(5 out of 5 stars)

"These tracks are familiar to us all, but the sound and style is unique and exciting to listen to. Offering is a large group of diverse musicians, with acoustic violin, flute and cello up to synthesizer, so the sound is cool and eclectic. A great change of pace for the season, even this time of year (May).

Check out "Breath of Heaven" for an awesome rendition of this emotional song! It was my favorite of the newer songs. For a version I almost danced to, there's "God Rest ye Merry Gentlemen", with intense drums. In all the songs, the lazy, bluezy vocals tone down the usual perky seasonal sounds nicely, so it's easy to listen to more than once. Thanks Offering!"

Comfort & Joy

Lea Anne Burgess | Richmond, Va | 06/19/2006

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Offering once again shows their talents for adding their own style to favorite songs. If you love traditional songs, but are tired of hearing them played the same old way, this is definitely a great Christmas album. I'm definitely keeping it in my car all through summer and fall to make sure it's still around come winter."

Not Your Traditional Christmas Classics!

House Fan | Richmond, VA | 05/31/2006

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I just finished spending an entire week listening to this CD in my car. Literally, I found myself sitting in the parking lot for an extra-long amount of time just so that I could hear the end of a song before leaving my car. By far, this album is the most original and modern mix of some of my Christmas favorites.



As with any Christmas album, I always expect to be able to sing along to my favorite tunes, but with this one, I just listen because I'm so impressed by the way Offering changed the cords and tempo to make these songs totally fresh. I recommend this CD to anyone, especially people looking for a fun new twist on some of the best Christmas Classics. Two enthusiastic thumbs up!!"