| Trans-Siberian Orchestra | Primary Artist |
| Andrew Hill | Choir, Chorus |
| John Clark | Horn |
| Joslyn Brown | Choir, Chorus |
| Joe Cerisano | Choir, Chorus |
| Peter Day | Choir, Chorus |
| Tommy Farese | Choir, Chorus |
| Gary G. Giles | Vocals |
| James Mingo Lewis | Vocals |
| Johnny Lee Middleton | Bass |
| Paul O'Neill | Rhythm Guitar |
| Jon Oliva | Piano, Keyboards, Choir, Chorus |
| Al Pitrelli | Guitar, Rhythm Guitar, Keyboards |
| Paul Ryder | Choir, Chorus |
| Alex Skolnick | Guitar |
| Will Stanley | Choir, Chorus |
| Dave Wittman | Bass |
| Garo Yellin | Strings |
| Angus Clark | Guitar |
| John O'Reilly | Drums |
| Chris Caffery | Guitar |
| Robert Kinkel | Piano, Conductor, Keyboards, Choir, Chorus |
| Tristan Avakian | Guitar |
| Jeff Plate | Drums |
| Sylvia Tosun | Choir, Chorus |
| Katrina Chester | Choir, Chorus |
| Benjamin Cole | Choir, Chorus |
| Dave Eggar | Strings |
| Hiroko Taguchi | Strings |
| J. Mark McVey | Vocals |
| Bart Shatto | Choir, Chorus |
| Amy Helm | Human Whistle, Soloist |
| Jill Gioia | Choir, Chorus |
| Natalie Cenovia Cummins | Strings |
| Carmine Giglio | Keyboards |
| David Gold | Strings |
| Jane Mangini | Piano |
| Steve Broderick | Choir, Chorus |
| Latasha Jordon | Choir, Chorus |
| Daniel "Shaolun" Chen | Choir, Chorus |
| Michael Lanning | Vocals, Choir, Chorus |
| Jeff Allegue | Bass |
| Stephanie Rice Anderson | Choir, Chorus |
| Jennifer Cella | Vocals, Choir, Chorus |
| Caleb Eboch | Choir, Chorus |
| Wendy Eggers | Vocals |
| Robert Evan | Vocals, Choir, Chorus |
| Dina Fanai | Choir, Chorus |
| Martin Flynt | Choir, Chorus |
| Cedar Georgevich | Choir, Chorus |
| Kristin Lewis Gorman | Choir, Chorus |
| Logan Hill | Choir, Chorus |
| Takeytha Johnson | Choir, Chorus |
| Mee Eun Kim | Keyboards |
| Gretchen Kinkel | Vocals, Soloist |
| Marshall Kock | Choir, Chorus |
| Danielle Landherr | Choir, Chorus |
| Guy Lemonnier | Choir, Chorus |
| Lisa Liu | Strings |
| David Maliakel | Choir, Chorus |
| Sanya Mateyas | Choir, Chorus |
| Bashawn Moore | Choir, Chorus |
| Takanori Niida | Drums |
| Daryl Pediford | Vocals |
| Michelle Satris | Strings |
| Martin Shedd | Choir, Chorus |
| Allie Sherudan | Choir, Chorus |
| Kelsey Surdan | Vocals, Soloist |
| Jonathan Tetelman | Choir, Chorus |
| Marilyn Villamar | Choir, Chorus |
| Tucker Wheatley | Choir, Chorus |
| Mark Wood | Strings |
| David Z. | Bass |
| Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart | Composer |
| Paul O'Neill | Composer, Producer |
| Jon Oliva | Composer |
| Al Pitrelli | Composer |
| Dave Wittman | Engineer, Insert |
| Kevin Hodge | Mastering |
| Robert Kinkel | Composer, Producer, Engineer, String Arrangements, Choir Arrangement |
| Vincent Metallo | Music Direction |
| Frederick Oakeley | Composer |
| Mike Scielzi | Engineer |
| Tim Ronaghan | Engineer |
| Mike Zinczenko | Engineer |
Anonymous
Posted October 1, 2010
I've listened to The Lost Christmas Eve (TLCE) several times now, and I'm definitely impressed. This album is the finale to the Christmas trilogy by TSO. As with the previous albums, TSO presents an eclectic mix of styles ranging from hard-rock to classical to Broadway to jazz and a whole lot in between. For most bands, it would be impossible to pull off such variety with conviction, but TSO manages it expertly by employing a large and diverse range of performers. A quick look at the album credits shows you that this is no ordinary band-- there are four guitarists, four bassists, multiple singers (male and female), a children's choir, an orchestra... you get the idea. Fans of TSO's first Christmas album, "Christmas Eve and Other Stories" will be glad to know that the agressive instrumentals are back in full force. As much as I enjoyed "The Christmas Attic" (TSO's second album), I felt some of the energy had been depleted. That's definitely not a problem this time. Actually, this is the most agressive TSO has ever been. "Wizards In Winter" is an incredible instrumental track with flying guitar and keyboard lines, and "Wish Liszt" is one of the best hard-rock covers of classical music I've ever heard... whoever thought anyone would feel the urge to mosh to Franz Liszt? "Christmas Jam" and "Siberian Sleigh Ride" are also both highly energized instrumentals. Overall, it feels like the musicians were allowed a bit more freedom on these instrumentals. On the previous Christmas album, I got the feeling that they felt restricted to playing the notes as written, whereas here it feels like they had more fun. On the quieter side, the title track "The Lost Christmas Eve" is a dark, haunting (yet somehow Broadway-esque) piece that features great lyrics and sets the scene for the story. "Christmas Dreams" is a moderately paced track, starting with a simple piano line, and building, eventually reaching a steady beat reminiscent of "Vienna" from "Beethoven's Last Night." There's also a really great version of "What Child is This." It starts with the familiar melody we all know (Greensleeves), but then drifts into something totally new serves as an optimistic and fitting closing to the main storyline of the album. "Christmas Canon Rock" is a reworked version of "Christmas Canon" from TSO's second Christmas album. At the moment, I prefer this version-- electric guitars and a piano replace the orchestra, and a solitary woman's voice replaces the children's choir. Drums were also added. "Back To A Reason Part 2" is odd because it's taken from the Savatage album "Poets and Madmen." Savatage, for those who don't know, is TSO's alter ego heavy-metal band, and "Back To A Reason" was one of their best ballads. In this rendition, it gets a slightly more Broadway feel, so it fits well with the other tracks, and the hard-driving middle section from the original song has been replaced with an all new part that's better suited for a Christmas album. I don't think it outdoes the original version, but it's nice to hear a new version of one of my favorites. There is one downside to this album. Near the beginning, there is a bit of a lull where a few skippable tracks are lumped together. "Remember" features a children's choir, and while it's not a bad song, it simply doesn't compare to "Promises To Keep," (the children's choir track from the first album.) "Anno Dominae" features an adult choir, and is also merely okay, but I could easily do without it. "Christmas Concerto" is rather pointless, lasting just about one minute and never really going anywhere. "Chrismtas Jazz" is listenable, but I'm not much of a jazz fan, so it wasn't my taste. (although I really enjoy "Christmas Nights In Blue," which is sort o
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Posted October 1, 2010
I love it! I've a LOT of Christmas music, classical, classic, big band, pop, etc., and this is one of my favorites. If you love rock and roll and want something different than everything that gets played during the holiday season than this album may be for you. I would also recommend a guitar instrumental Christmas album by Alturas "CHRISTMAS IN THE HEIGHTS", but, B&N doesn't carry it.
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Posted October 1, 2010
So...I can't figure out what the deal is with the Trans-Siberian Orchestra. A combination of eighties-sounding guitars, Queen-esque harmonies along with hair metal vocals, bells, keyboards, angel choirs, all of it chronicling a Christmas tale of redemption-it sounds like it should be a joke, right? But this is presented without any irony, despite it's over the top nature. What gives?
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Posted October 1, 2010
I have been in love with TSO for about four years. all of their stuff is amazing!
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Posted October 1, 2010
this cd is absolutely amazing. i didn't think anyone could be THAT creative with blending styles of music. one of the first times i heard them was at their concert. i was completely blown away... AND i got to meet them!
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Posted October 1, 2010
AWESOME is the only word that is appropriate!
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Posted October 1, 2010
I am a metal head and I like TOS. One main reason is because Alex Skolnick has been a part of the music. He is very talented, as well as the rest of the orchestra.
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Was this review helpful? Yes NoThank you for your feedback. Report this reviewThank you, this review has been flagged.The Christmas Attic was a big letdown for me. But with the conclusion of the Christmas trilogy, the TSO is back to their very best - and they'll be playing the entire album this winter (2012) instead of their usual set list. Another brilliant concept album featuring several styles of music. I can't wait until the TSO reaches Dallas!
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Posted October 1, 2010
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I love this music. It is so cool. The Trans-Siberian Orchestra ROCKS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Was this review helpful? Yes NoThank you for your feedback. Report this reviewThank you, this review has been flagged.I first heard about Trans Siberian Orchestra on the radio when I was like in 6th grade or something. That was when they completely transformed the song Carol of the Bells which boosted up their sales for that album. I of coarse fell in love w/ that song and wanted to hear some more of their stuff. This album came out about 2 years ago from now and its probably one of their, strange but good albums. A great compilation of Christmas music mixed into rock. These guys are amazing at what they do and you can see why their shows sell out every year.
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Posted October 1, 2010
I have all the TSO CD's and play them for several months before and after Christmas. Christmas music can get so repetitive. TSO has a whole new sound. And, if you think this is good, you should see their peformances.!!!!Nothing like it.
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Posted October 1, 2010
I have never heard anything so utterly and completely hysterical in my entire life.
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Posted October 1, 2010
I LOVE TRANS-SIBERIAN ORCHESTRA!!!
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Editorial Reviews
Barnes & Noble - David McGee
Composer, producer, and creative guiding light Paul O'Neill is taking his Trans-Siberian Orchestra concept into a new chapter of the Christmas story with The Lost Christmas Eve. In this symphonic rock opera, the screaming guitars, pounding percussion, orchestral crescendos, and wailing vocals tell the story of a group of disparate and desperate New York City characters from different walks of life whose fates are intertwined in a Christmas Eve saga that moves from loss to redemption. It's typical, rousing TSO fare, encompassing muscular interpretations of seasonal classics, such as the driving, hard-rock take on "The Last Noel," retitled here as "Faith Noel," and a ...