Favourite versions of O Holy Night

Well it is that time of the year again and to really get into the xmas spirit I need to listen to a few xmas carols...

My favourite carol has to be "Oh Holy Night", which was written by a Frenchman, Placcide Capeau in 1847. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/O_Holy_Night

My favourite versions being Swedish opera singer, Jussi Bjorling. Jussi, sadly now dead is simply amazing, managing to attack the high notes without the slightest hint of a struggle. It is a pity that his talent is not more widely recognised !



Admittedly Celine Dion can put on the airs and graces a bit but the ceremony and production values in this interpretation really add to the occasion.




and for a slightly different version Mariah Carey doing it gospel style and seeming to be really enjoying herself.