Our Review
This was a surprising record, surprising in its style, its range and its complexity. I had expected something a bit more Reggae and was surprised to find music that encompassed, Calypso, jazz and pop. I particularly enjoyed the island overtones, as they seemed to bring a fresh, salty fragrance to the music, without completely overpowering it.
Charles' pan music was most effective on the Christian songs, such as Away in a Manger and What Child Is This. And he brought a wonderfully festive Calypso sound to Mary's Little Boy Child.
All in all, this is a very listenable record, and an important addition to the collection of anyone who appreciates the music of the Caribbean islands.
--Richard Banks
(Reviewed in 1998)
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Vince Charles
Caribbean Christmas
Summary: Pan, calypso, reggae
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Label: Oglio
Length: 41 minutes
Genre: Caribbean
Release: 1997
Track List
| Song Title |
|---|
| Little Drummer Boy |
| Away in a Manger |
| What Child is This |
| I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus |
| Silent Night |
| Joy to the World |
| Mary's Little Boy Child |
| Santa Claus is Coming to Town |
| It Came Upon a Midnight Clear |
| The Christmas Song |
| We Three Kings of Orient Are |
| We Wish You a Merry Christmas - Feliz Navidad |