I bought this album based on customer reviews and after listening to the samples. The actual album surpassed my expectations. This is not a collection of Christmas carols but a beautiful musical presentation of the Christmas story. Michael's presentation of 'Mary, Did You Know' is the best I've heard. I've already decided to buy extra copies for Christmas gifts. This is the perfect album to listen to when the family is gathered around the Christmas tree to remind us all of what Christmas is really about.