Yolanda Adams – What A Wonderful Time

By Cherisse Stephens

Columbia Records

I believe in Christmas traditions as well as adding something fresh and new for the holidays. Yolanda Adams new Christmas CD will have your hearts filled with joy and laughter as you listen to the rich and warm sounds of this awesome artist. Here are just a few highlights of this wonderful project!

The CD starts out with the classic song “My favorite Things”. I must say that Yolanda adds such a fresh newness to this melody that you’ll find yourself just listening to her rendition of this tune. You will love the instrumentation throughout this CD as well.

Give Love On Christmas Day is one of my favorites on this CD and Yolanda sings it like none other. You’ll be convinced that love is the most important gift of all! In fact, God loved us so much that he gave us the most precious gift; his son Jesus Christ.

What A Wonderful Time is the title track for this package of joy. I must warn you that you will dance and smile as you listen to Yolanda minister healing and restoration throughout this CD. If you’re in need of restoration; then this CD is just what the Dr. has ordered.

Jingle Bells is just plain ol jingle bells right? Wrong! Not when you tell Yolanda to put her spin on it! But guess what, you can sing along on this one. Yolanda keeps it simple enough for even the smallest of tots to rejoice and bring in the holidays.

Do You Hear What I Hear is beautifully arranged and fills your heart with expectation. I must give shout outs to producers Michael J Powell, Maxx Frank, Stan Jones, Kaygee, Gregory Curtis and the diva herself, Ms. Yolanda Adams. They have truly put together a package filled with love.

A Season of Love and Hold On are sure to be songs that you’ll add to your holiday song list. I love the fact that this CD not only brings us the holiday staples; but new songs to sing and share with family and friends.

Little Drummer Boy is simply my favorite song on this CD! I’ve always loved singing this tune; now Yolanda gives all of us vocalist a little more to work with! The instrumentation and arrangements are incredible!