This album contains some of the best renditions of x-mas songs that I have ever heard. I first heard music by Arkenstone on a Narada christmas album, and I liked his track so much, that I sought out a christmas album done solely by him. This album is GREAT. I would recommend it to everyone.

the music is just beautiful. you will love this cd. in fact, you can play this cd all year long and you might not realize it is a Christmas cd. this man is just a magical talent who, i believe does not get the acclaim he deserves. turn down the lights, have some wine or other soothing libation and go where the music takes you. have a great night, this, and many more.

A sense of wonder reserved for the beholder, kinda like the moment before a present is unwrapped or the whisper of snowflakes tumbling through the frozen branches. The artist`s rare ability to capture the celebratory substance of classic compositions{ now those two words usually instigate a click away for me too, don`t do it} with dramatic and orginal changes to melody, is unparalleled.Multi-layering of synthesized and sampled instruments and voices upon tweaked arrangements should inspire modern-millennial-mirth-makers long after the Tannebaum stops turning brown.Merrily Mix~1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,and 12~no bahhumbugs here ~ Post Script: This disc is as multi-generational as it gets for those in the know.Glad to see Amazon with the offering,as it`s hard to find even in Milwaukee,WI.***buyit*saveit*shareit*giveit*donateittothelibary***

Enchantment: A Magical Christmas, released in 1997, is the tenth full-length album from David Arkenstone. Of the album's 12 tracks, seven are gathered from various multi-artist Christmas compilations from the Narada label, and five were especially recorded for Enchantment: A Magical Christmas. The musicianship and sound quality of this album are gratifying. My favorite compositions are the serene, pretty "Do You Hear What I Hear," the sprightly, fun "Overture," and the stately, resplendent "Silver Bells." The CD foldout includes an essay and a photo of Arkenstone; this same photo is also on the back of the CD jewel case. The disc is just over 55 minutes. I am impressed with Arkenstone's interpretations of these Christmas pieces, which are rich in sound--in addition, I enjoy listening to this album throughout the year. Actually, I rate this piece of work 3.5 stars. Arkenstone is a gifted artist, and I recommend this album.

I first heard David Arkenstone a few years ago at Christmastime..."I Saw Three Ships" caught my attention with its instrumentation. That one song introduced me to a whole new world of music...and I've been hooked ever since! This CD is absolutely delightful!...and like his other works, it takes you on a musical journey (this one, of course, of the Christmas type). Unencumbered by lyrics, you can just float along and lose yourself in the melodies. A wonderful addition to any Christmas instrumental collection!