A fun mix of carols with a strong educational emphasis may be found in this series of arrangements and originals by Edwin McLean and Kevin Olson. Each book includes of performance CD, recorded by pianist and editor Helen Marlais. Books 1 & 2 include optional teacher duets to the majority of pieces. A fascinating one-paragraph history of each carol is provided. These arrangements for piano soloist have been created to be performed "in recital!" The popular Christmas music included among the entire series includes: Christmas Bells Are Ringing; Snoopy's Christmas; Over the River and Through the Woods; We Are Santa's Elves; Shake Me, I Rattle; A Holly Jolly Christmas; Gesu Bambino and many more!