Unwrapping the Magic of “Christmas is Here” by Allan Palacios Chan
The holiday season is always accompanied by a desire for warmth, familiarity and joy, and Allan Palacios Chan’s Last album, Christmas is thereOffers all this and much more. Released on November 29, this vibrant collection of six titles from the famous Italian-Mexican tenor resembles a love letter at Christmas, sprinkling beautifully the timeless classics of the holidays with a cinematic touch that is both nostalgic and fresh.
Co-written with producer Leo Z, whose portfolio includes collaborations with Andrea Bocelli, Josh Groban and Tina Guo—Christmas is there is a fascinating mixture of lyrical magnitude, pop elegance and theatrical magic. Allan Palacios Chan relies on an expert manner on his vast experience of opera, jazz, theater and religious music to create a vacation album imbued with nostalgia. He evokes images of snowflakes falling gently, festive gatherings filled with laughter and frightening lights warmly – memories that are both universal and deeply personal.
The soul of the album: “Christmas is there (it is native é qui)”
The title song, “Christmas is there (it’s native é qui)”, serves as a heart to the album. Co-written with Leo Z and the publishing Franco Marino, the song embodies Chan’s unique capacity to integrate Italian musicality into a festive sound landscape, “evoking a feeling of nostalgia and-we will dare to say-feelingWhich seems both timeless and new. Adorned with lush cinematographic and lyrical elements, the song is both a celebration of the Italian heritage and a nostalgic wink to the snowy noëls of Chan in Jersey and Northern Virginia.
Incorporating a children’s choir interpreted by Chan’s nieces and nephews, the piece gives off an intimate warmth as happy as reflected. The Italian refrain “Il natale é qui” sums up the universal spirit of the holidays, offering auditors a moment of sincere connection. “This song encompasses everything we wanted for this album”, Chan explains“A mixture of pop, cinematographic, theatrical, singing and lyrical elements”.
He explains the Italian roots of the song by sharing:
“We wrote this song in Italian for several reasons. First, Leo is from Bologna, Italy, it is his mother tongue. I have also studied in Italy over the years and I had a career by singing Italian music, mainly the old Bel Canto repertoire, not to mention that since I was a child, I have an affinity for music and Italian culture … especially food.
Reinvent the holiday classics
Beyond the remarkable holder, Christmas is there Reinvents beloved seasonal classics with the characteristic style of Chan. His interpretation of “O Holy Night” highlights his so -called tenor, instilling in a familiar anthem a reverence and an emotional depth. Meanwhile, “Little Drummer Boy” takes on a new dimension through the short film that accompanies him, shot in the Philippines with the Té tribe. This poignant visual collaboration pays tribute to the heritage of the Dream Weavers, enriching the story of the song with a cultural narration and creating a deeply moving experience.
Among the other strengths, let us quote the bewitching beauty “Coventry Carol” A medley that first earned Chan the recognition as a single of 2023, and “Oh Come, Oh Come, Emmanuel”, who both combine lyric and cinematographic grandeur. Each piece reinvents the familiar in something more Deeply moving and beautifully innovative. – An essential experience!
Impeccable production
The lush arrangements, led by the solo violin Mark Robertson and supported by the singer Helena Buscema, a grammy winner, envelop the listener in a warm embrace, with the cinematographic expertise of Leo Z obvious in each note. The result is a hearing experience as intimate as a meeting by the fireside and as grandiose as a soundtrack of vacation film, each piece being designed to look like a gift, wrapped in heat and love, ready to be unpacked and savored.
A universally shared personal journey
Chan describes the album as “A journey through traditions, stories and sounds that have shaped who I am as an artist (today)”, And this deeply personal approach is palpable in each piece. Its charm lies in its ability to evoke a feeling of belonging and home while transporting listeners to new sound landscapes. Whether through moving Italian verses of “Christmas is there” or the grandiose orchestral moments of “The angels we heard from above” Chan invites us to celebrate the holidays not only as a season, but as a collection of precious memories and traditions.
Final thoughts
With Christmas is there, Allan Palacios Chan invites us to take a break, celebrate and revel in magical moments that make the season unforgettable. It is the ideal companion for quiet evenings by the fireside, animated family meetings or simply to take a moment to think about the beauty of the season.
This album transcends the usual holiday price, emerging as a work of art – nostalgic but innovative, respectful but refreshing. From its Italian roots to its cinematographic arrangements, the album testifies to the immaculate versatility of Chan and its passion for music and narration. Whether you are a fan of the holiday classics or you are looking for a new soundtrack for your festivities, Christmas is here is a must.
It’s more than an album, it is an invitation to immerse yourself in the magic of the end of year celebrations.
Distrust the EP below:
