PENTATONIX - O HOLY NIGHT | Classical Musician's Reaction & Analysis

[@SirHairless]

The full reaction video, including their version with Avi from 2014 (which is VERY different), can be found here 🎥 www.patreon.com/posts/116570820 What better way to wrap up our Christmas run for the year! Wishing you all a very merry Christmas 🎄🙏

[@shilohauraable]

And a VERY Merry Christmas to you, too, Sir! ❤

[@loriestarinsky2596]

Merry Christmas!!❤

[@cathylichinchiladybug]

Thank you!

[@debrawalkermeyer9109]

This is a masterpiece from the top tier a cappella group in my opinion. I always appreciate your insights. Each of them can solo, but together they create a special kind of magic. ❤❤❤❤❤

[@heatherstrouse2435]

I love The Prayer. Mitch is stunning

[@shelbychesnut99]

This is PTX all grown up. Amazing.

[@Matriarch456]

wishing you Sir Hairless and everyone in the comments a Merry Christmas and a healthy prosperous 2025 !! I have been waiting for your reaction to this version for a year now and it didn't disappoint :) and again i have to wait to see how high they scored on your monthly list LOL.

[@danielcarter837]

This should have won a Grammy. Was not even nominated.

[@LionHeart17Q]

Hallelujah! I’ve waited over a year for this reaction. My all-time favorite song and performance…your reaction didn’t disappoint. I still tear up. Thanks for the early Christmas gift!

[@lesismor54]

This song brings me tears and major goosebumps every time I put my headphones on and listen. It is amazing. I think Matt really shines in this one. He’s quite versatile. I loved your reaction, especially when I saw tears in your eyes. Great job!

[@leslieholland7843]

I think Matt really makes this version fantastic! Thank you Sir Hairless. Merry Christmas❤❤!

[@stephweph]

Yes! I always tear up when he takes the lead 🥰

[@berlyn3014]

I've been hoping you'd do this one. It's my favorite version of this song ever. The cry in Matt's voice touches my soul. Kirstin slays it with that climatic part. I want to cry every time I actually take the time to pay attention and listen.

[@tammykiernan1839]

This is my absolute favorite Christmas song and sung by my favorite a capella group. Sir, I think I've watched this video dozens of times since it came out last year, and you noticed things I hadn't, even after listening to it so often. That right there is why I love you and your channel. You don't just bob along with your head or check your cell phone, pretend you're enjoying it or any of the other little things that drive me crazy 🥵🥵🥵 As for this arrangement, there is not another one out there that causes such visceral reactions in me. The part that causes goosebumps for me every single time I listen is the next few bars after Mitch's big note. Scott comes in with his growl on the word "fall", then the next beat is a drop (I know what I'm trying to say I just can't think of the word) Percussion (including a cymbal crash if I'm hearing it right), harmonies, a fantastic bass note, all coming in at once echoing the word "fall" and just *slamming* that note down with such power and conviction you can almost feel the BAM!! Thank you again, Sir, for your reaction and break down of this song. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to you and yours!!🎄🎀🎁🎶 I hope you have a wonderful time with friends and family during this special time!

[@SirHairless]

Thanks Tammy! Definitely a lot of such moments in this arrangement Merry Christmas to you and yours, too! 🎄

[@gerrimesack7166]

I just saw them before Christmas . I flew to Oklahoma, the concert was wonderful and they sound very good live. They sang this song and it was fabulous. They are awesome performers, especially Scott.

[@maggiex1212]

I love this cover by PTX. Also, my favorite from the Matt era. Matt's performance was heartfelt and meaningful. The harmonies are beautiful and each member gave their best in my opinion. SH, this was a Gift. I am grateful you chose to include this rendition this year. Have a blessed Christmas! 🎄

[@TonyG-gk7qr]

I have waited soooo long for YOU to review this version. So worth the wait 😊❤️

[@kajsa78kajsa]

I love this version. Goosebumps and eyes watering every time Scott brings out his raspy belt in the final section - hits me right in the feels. Thanks for a great analysis!

[@cobehancock5072]

I already know this is gonna be awesome. Let's go Sir Hairless!

[@annmc3878]

When I hear PTX somewhere in public (which is rare), I call it ‘PTX in the wild’.

[@SirHairless]

I think this was my first 'PTX in the wild' experience!

[@maryhampton8686]

Love this!

[@T_J-o3s]

Rare, but there are Pentaholics everywhere. I would go to a random Christmas Market or Shopping centre in Europe and someone would play Pentatonix songs.

[@missangie001]

Oh holy cow!😄What a superb performance of such a beautiful song. I was afraid that perhaps you would not get to this one but you did and I appreciate that! I'm not sure but I think I started getting goose bumps about the time Matt started his solo and they never went completely away till after the end of the song/performance. I hope everyone enjoyed this as much as I did. Happy Holidays!🎄

[@ehcimocs2364]

A Big Thank you for this reaction. Totally worth the wait. PTX shines!

[@Gwennedd]

Thank you so very much for this. As you said, we've all waited for you to review this..with baited breath. As usual, you heard and found things I didn't in all the times I've listened to this amazing arrangement. I love that they included Matt so much in this and, of course, put Mitch in in the places he would shine...that NOTE!! I loved the ending. The shock value of Kirstie's full on belt and the wall of sound!! Merry Christmas to you and your loved ones!

[@MSKPELLEGRINO]

Scott is in his maximalist era and it has bled over into current PTX. I’m not always a fan as it straddles the line between showing off and singing in service of the song. In the past, they erred on the side of the song. That said, amazing cover of Pure Imagination still stuns me with their imaginative arrangement AND their restraint. Whatever keeps them singing, I’m all for it. 12 years performing a Capella is quite an achievement

[@The-Sneaky-Vampire]

I'm glad I'm not the only one who feels like the extra-ness takes away from the song sometimes, mostly coming from Scott. He has an amazing voice, but the constant unnecessary riffs, slides, vocal frys, pop-influenced pronunciations, and mugging for the camera are... very not my thing, especially for such a reverent song such as this. Here, his solo part is my least favorite because of all of that. It's like he forgot he's singing a worshipful Christmas carol and started singing a sexy love song. And this isn't the only time the stylistic choices have taken me out of the song. I love PTX, don't get me wrong, but I miss the Avi days because I feel like he kept them a bit more grounded musicality-wise.

[@ECM24]

​@@The-Sneaky-Vampirenotice how you're not criticizing Matt. who also got a little extra "soully".

[@The-Sneaky-Vampire]

@@ECM24 To be fair, they all did it to some degree. For me, the contrast was that it felt like Scott was hamming, and Matt was worshipping. That's just what I got from it though. Not gonna neg on people who didn't hear it that way and enjoyed Scott's performance. And overall, I still think it's good.

[@kristipierce4735]

This is one of the best things they’ve done. I LOVE the overwhelming explosion of sound, joy, light, images and emotions at the end, and then the quiet solo voice. The whole thing is just stunningly mind-blowing to me, and I never get tired of hearing it. Thanks for your reaction! You are to the reactor world what PTX is to the a cappella world: the best. Merry Christmas!🎄

[@ramonarose1685]

Swiftly following my fervent wish for sustained peace and prosperity for our global brothers and sisters was my hope that Sir Hairless would use his final 2024 Christmas reaction for PTX's video performance of Oh Holy Night. And, as usual, he did not disappoint. Thank you, Sir H, and a Very Merry Chocolate-Indulgent Christmas to you! 🍫🎄🕊💝

[@SirHairless]

Thank you! And the same to you 🍫🎄🕊💝

[@joycenorthwind6874]

What Pentatonix can do when they perform Christmas carols or hymnals is make you hear the words clearly and deeply and they give the listener the gift of an uplifting, joyful experience very much validating the promise of God for some. They do it in so many songs like Amazing Grace, Mary did you Know, O Holy Night and Hallelujah. They can modernize the songs like in Come all Ye Faithful or Joy to the World/ Kumama Papa bringing God to a younger generation or reviving beliefs in an older one. They are truly wonderful singers in pretty much anything they do but I think they can ignite our soul and it is partly a reason they have such a huge fan base. Once again, another beautiful performance and great analysis on your part.

[@lieslb71]

Yay!! I clicked on this so fast! Merry Christmas to you!

[@carriekovach797]

All the feels and emotions with this one. BRAVO PTX!!!!!

[@Rorobins]

I’m thankful for the question about that extension of “divine”. No other reaction coach has addressed it (I’ve watched every one). It’s my favorite part of this performance.

[@2341chacha]

I've been waiting for your reaction to this one - and as always you do not disappoint!!! Excellent. Hope you and your family have a wonderful Christmas holiday.

[@simsweechuah9753]

Love your reaction. You point out things I did not notice. Thanks.

[@allthedogsmamma]

Waited a whole year for this. I knew you would tear up! Love it! Merry Christmas, Sir!

[@B3thBakes]

0:26 ❤❤❤ there it is! So excited for this one ❤❤❤

[@kyleodea8157]

I totally get how you feel about them keeping the feeling of a classical song but changing how we interpret the sound of the song. It just makes me think songs like this are making us see a different color spectrum of single song. The feeling never changes but it’s just beautifully different.

[@SirHairless]

A spectrum of infinite possibilities ♾

[@k1k2voyer]

Yay, I have been so hoping you would react to this, my favourite version of this song!

[@kathymchugh689]

Yay! This is one of my favorites. Thank you SOOO much!

[@stacyl7783]

Yes! Finally! Merry Christmas to me!! And you, SIr!🎄🎄🎄🎄

[@bethphillips9693]

I saw your eyes get a bit moist - this one is really extraordinary and heartfelt. Always enjoy your reactions - hope you have a wonderful Christmas day!

[@unnidyrhaug5499]

Yes!!!!!! Pentatonix is avesome, thank you and Merry Christmas!

[@occamsrazor5376]

What a great Christmas gift, Sir Hairless! Love your reviews! Thank you!

[@SirHairless]

🙏

[@hernameispekka_Rebecca]

I remember them talking about how they put a lot of time in to thinking about WHAT it is people like about a song when covering it. They want to change it but also keep an essence of what people enjoyed. I think the fact that they are skilled enough to do so many successful covers shows how good they are at pinpointing that. I'm pretty sure they talked about it on a podcast episode of something... It was Matt era, they sang a lot... Maybe some well known music reporter?

[@slhoog8164]

Are you thinking of the Times Talks Festival interview with the New York Times music reporter Ben Sisario? That was from spring, 2018, soon after Matt joined the group. And yes, they sang 3 songs as part of the interview.

[@hernameispekka_Rebecca]

@slhoog8164 no, although I love that one! This was audio only if I remember. I think he mentioned not knowing them but having asked his nieces they insisted he should interview them. He had gone in to it assuming he would just indulge them but then listened to their stuff and was blown away! Kept gassing them up and even complimented them getting there early. I think he mentioned having interviewed a lot of musicians. I think he was a veteran music reporter of some kind.

[@31Blaize]

Been waiting for this one!

[@Bonofox1]

YES!!!!!!🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 Was hoping you would do this one!!!! Merry Christmas to me!! When I saw you start to tear up (didn't know what the tears were about) I STARTED to tear up as well!! This ALWAYS happens with first time PTX reactors!! I've seen their videos 1000's of times but my favorite part is seeing how PTX affects people!! I'm SO PROUD of them they are MY HEART!!! ❤ Glad you got a bit of a listen to PTX's Joy To The World (can't wait for that reaction).

[@annefox926]

Wonderful reaction & assessment, always fascinating. Happy Holidays to you & thanks.

[@jasgem76]

That end part always brings a tear my eye. I'm usually disappointed that Kirsty doesn't seem to get credit from reactors for the incredible control and verbrato she displays in that final minute. This is my favourite part of the arrangement because of the way Kirsty nails her part, so its interesting that you didnt love that part of the arrangement. Merry Christmas to all. 🎄❤️

[@TeapotNinja]

I found it interesting too, though his reactions tend to veer more towards an analysis of the arrangement itself, with full credit always given the mastery of the performance behind it. The gist I got was that he thought she did a phenomenal job of it, (because she absolutely does!), but that he just didn't like that part of the arrangement.

[@SirHairless]

Merry Christmas Jasmine! 🎄 Just a quick comment on this - Yeah exactly as @TeapotNinja said above: unbelievable stuff from Kirstie and all credit where it's due, but that part of the arrangement is probably just my least favourite part as a whole ^ I believe the arrangement as a whole - and in turn, the intrinsic harmony - is really the core of the music and it's what I naturally react to (as in physically and emotionally) the most. If there's a section I'm not too keen on but it has a great solo on top, I'll appreciate and acknowledge the solo but it won't make me more keen on the rest of the music at that point 🎶 I didn't dislike that section by any means, it just wasn't my favourite bit

[@carriekovach797]

I agree. Kirstie is typically underrated. I think it’s because Mitch is such a superhuman and their parts are usually very similar. I was in chorus for 20+ years and I absolutely love her voice. Especially mature Kirstie in the last 5 years or so. They’re all so brilliant but always love a great shout out to our girl!

[@daleenengelbrecht4861]

Yes expect the unexpected and be surprised whilst knowing you are going to be...exactly how I felt. Heard this so many times and again, I hear more with you. TX so much. Greetings from South Africa

[@daleenengelbrecht4861]

SIR HAIRLESS WHEN YOU REACT TO JOYFUL JOYFUL BY PTX PLEASE PLEASE DI THE LIVE VERSION FROM THE EVERGREEN TOUR❤

[@lauriedaiken4426]

What I love about music - it means something different to us all! My favorite part of the song is the part that is your least favorite. Thank you for your analysis, I always learn so much about the musical choices made. Happy Christmas Sir Hairless!

[@louellamoyer5578]

Thank you, Thank you, Thank you! I love your reactions! I look so forward to Pentatonix Christmas every year and you made it extra special this year! A Merry Chrisrmas to you and yours and I hope the New Year is prosperous and magical for you!

[@violetf.2025]

I could not have clicked faster 💗. Love love love this. Thank you so much ❤️🎄✨

[@sheriraemalfroid-patterson2935]

Absolutely brilliant! Stunning and stellar arrangement that ONLY PTX could possibly pull off! I’m an incurable Pentaholic! Scott’s graspy-passion carried me through!

[@CuriousGreyHedgehog]

It is also my favorite. I cry when I hear it almost every time

[@AudioVile]

This is my favorite Christmas song by a LONG shot. I didn't even KNOW that PTX had done a second version with Matt. I just heard it first on another of my favorite channels. I was stunned. So, I wanted to see your analysis and reaction net. I LOVE this version! Your insight provided an even greater appreciation! I haven't even HEARD their 'official version' yet. That's next. Merry Chrismas, kind Sir, and Happy New Year!

[@dwfarr]

Great reaction. Merry Christmas!

[@JOshj5hawk]

I have been waiting SO LONG FOR THIS. Thank you! Keep up the killer work and have a Merry Christmas!

[@hollykinslow5193]

The unexpected is the magic.

[@annlidslot8212]

Hi, Loved your reaction. Without getting too metaphysical or philosophical here, I do believe that you can be surprised by what they are doing even if you know that they are going to do something different. We have heard this song many many times, we've sung the song plenty of times, our brains know how it's "supposed" to go. Most minds awaits the sounds it's have heard before, and as we hear something unknown, it will be "surprised" when that new comes along and knocks on our preconceived notions. I do agree with your feeling that they might have taken this just to far, but that's on me. I have this song in my repertoire and have performed it a number of times. As a singer trained in opera, we are "bound" to honor the composer's will, which is a different philosophical kettle of fish, for another time. My brain is being stubborn and very conservative when it comes to some songs, and singing this one ,in my language, it's my favorite Christmas song to sing. In English I now have a different song being my favorite, not officially on any repertoire, yet. That is one that I fell in love with through them, that being Mary Did You Know. Listening to Pentatonix version of O Holy Night a few more times it will settle in my mind and I'll see it for what it is: a reinterpretation of an old Christmas Carol. Yours, Ann

[@DennisKavanaugh-u8t]

Super reaction once again. Thank you!

[@jillyf]

Merry Christmas, and thank you for another full year of great reactions and analyses. You are hands-down my favorite KZbin music reactor, and I hope you reach 50K subscribers before the New Year as a significant way to start a new year. I'm glad you were able to figure out what was happening with Matt's "divine" that you started clarifying at 15:07, and though it hadn't been my question, I was grateful for your explanation. I had thought Matt was rising from F# to G, and Scott was doing the descending D, C#, B, but then it sounded to me as if it was Scott doing the descent on the exhale (starting from G) and being the last voice audible, as he had done on the final note in Kiss From A Rose. I knew in my head that Scott could not have gone from the B to the G just to exhale, so I thought it might be a small sample track overlay...but it is a much simpler explanation that Matt did the exhale descent (as in, look for the horse rather than the zebra). This is one example where Matt and Scott sound (to my ear) similar to each other in their overlapping ranges.

[@beckyv3369]

Happy that you did this reaction. Love this version. Listen to it many times and get the goosebumps. All of them did so well and show so much growth. I thought I saw your eyes get a little teary, so a good emotional reaction for you. All in white, showing a purity and simplicity and yet an elegance.

[@melissacoviello2886]

This is such a beautiful and moving version of this song. I’m so happy you reacted to it! Merry Christmas

[@blankblink9759]

You bring such value to your reactions. I have started actually letting the ads play 🤣and am even tempted to join Patreon for the first time. Thank you. For years I watched every PTX reaction video, then became my father's caregiver and extra time disappeared. He passed peacefully (at home) just before Thanksgiving, and I was delighted to discover your reactions this Christmas. Just binged watched your PTX playlist and am hooked. It is like hearing them again for the first time. A real gift.

[@SirHairless]

Haha thanks! But I wouldn't worry too much about the ads - the vast majority of my videos are copyrighted which means I don't receive any of the ad revenue 😅 It instead goes to the copyright holders (labels etc)

[@madelynadams332]

WOW! Fifty thousand subscribers. Good for you.

[@pjb3583]

I was blown away when I first heard this version, and I continue to think it’s one of their best. I also had a question about the end of Matt’s “divine,” so thanks for that tidbit. Merry Christmas to you and yours! Peace from Ohio …

[@catherinelopresti7121]

So glad you enjoyed this one! I absolutely love their version. I can't wait to see what you do of theirs next. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

[@buddasquirrel]

Merry Christmas!! Thank you for this reaction. 🎄🎄🎄

[@mauriceallen8496]

You are so awesome with your analysis and reaction. Thank you so very much.

[@LWM521]

My favorite of your reactions.

[@amandalower8783]

😊❤ yeah! I was so happy to see your reaction to this! They all shined and this has become my favorite version of my favorite, as well, christmas song ❤ have a wonderful holiday season and happy new years🎉

[@elainedavis9053]

Awesome Reaction! - However, Sir, I just love the ending probably because I was raised in the Baptist Church -- and I IDENTIFY with the celebration of the birth of Christ -- in this exact manner- All joining in to Express the Unexplainable Joy! - Happy Holidays!

[@debbiepenny465]

This is my favorite Carol, tied with “Mary Did You Know.” ☺️🎄Pentatonix….. Wow! It is AMAZING that you are Surprised….😏 Since you are our EXPERT MUSICIAN! Thank you for ALWAYS TOUCHING our SOULS! Merry Christmas my friend!❤🇺🇸

[@kitehrman5677]

Love, love, love this song. My favorite from PTX.

[@heloisalopes1734]

Merry Christmas Sir 😘😘😘❤️❤️❤️🇧🇷

[@elbatejeda5081]

My eyes got very watery with this ending and so were yours!!!❤❤

[@jlelliotton]

"Why, why" is a question we often ask of PTX 🥰

[@sandrawalkerhaliburton1884]

I saw those eyes of yours. I always love your reactions, always. Merry Christmas

[@B3thBakes]

Coming to watch again ❤❤

[@madenabyss6981]

They upgraded their upgrade I love this version so much its so stunning ❤️ Merry Christmas 🎄

[@ScottJThornton]

Excellent reaction, SH, loving all the Christmas videos! For a little insight into the creative process of PTX, I suggest “The Recording of Evergreen,” a behind-the-scenes look at their last two weeks in the studio for their sixth Christmas album. Spoiler alert: You should record a reaction to their performance of “The Prayer” before watching it as there is a cool section in the BTS where Kirstie hears her part for the first time in context!

[@missywireback]

YES!!!! Been waiting for this one! Merry Christmas to you 🎄

[@fatimacorralmartinez8134]

😢 OMG is so beautiful for me 🙏🏻. Thanks so much 🙏🏻 Thanks 🫶🏻🎄🕊️🕊️🕊️

[@carey9019]

The first time I heard this I couldn't believe how emotional it made me. Goosebumps and tears oh my! I have been hoping you would react to this one so much!! I really really really hope you eventually react to their original Hallelujah with Avi. I hope you have a very Merry Christmas and an absolutely amazing 2025!

[@donnagardner3138]

Stunning!!

[@zeeglu6663]

Great reaction as always! While this particular arrangement by PTX is just a touch too 'Hollywood' for my preference, their vocals, precision and passion were on point as always. Their performance of 'The Prayer' however remains my favorite across all acapella groups.

[@crazycatlady7621]

Sir!!! This has to be the best song they have ever sung. The tears in your eyes shows that you agree. My favorite song by them as well. I loved seeing the emotion on your face. Your tears brought my tears. So happy you got to hear this epic version. Love your reactions and your analysis of each one. Hope you are doing well. Sending you love from Texas!!❤❤❤

[@MidoriDad]

Love how hard this song hits

[@loveloochay]

Good day Sir ... Your reactions are just fantastic!! I am not alone in expressing that , but you hit the mark every time. I think my favorite Christmas song changes from year to year, but "O Holy Night" is always in the top 3. (.. often number 1 ..) This version is so uplifting and gives me goosebumps every time. Scott went into the stratosphere on this one. He needs to be on the radio with his solo stuff. The tears in your eyes said it all on this one Sir Hairless 🎀 My appreciation and knowledge of music has blossomed because of you. 🎄🎄🎄⛄🎄🎄⛄🎄⛄🎄🎄🎄⛄🎄🎄⛄🎄⛄🎄🎄🎄⛄🎄🎄⛄🎄

[@neetgupta1]

Thank you for this reaction. This is probably my favourite version of O Holy Night and like you, it's my favourite carol, equally with Carol of the bells (my choir sings the Pentatonix version of Carol of the bells!). I love this version - it's so epic, like the soundtrack of a really emotional film. It's funny how music affects us all differently, I really like the bit you are less keen on! I think Matt is phenomenal in this arrangement. Mitch is less centrestage on this one and I'm a huge Mitch fan so I rarely like the arrangements where he features less! This is an exception though. It really grabs me by the heartstrings.

[@yoclark2723]

I remember seeing this when it came out and wondering if Mitch just came out in his dressing gown. I'm glad I'm not alone. Mitch and Kirstie are the ones who change their looks up the most. I love that about them. Her Di Petsa dress is so great too. The song is one of my favorites as well. but nothing beats the Hallelujah Chorus. Not that PTX do it but for sheer fun to sing with a choir.

[@jillyf]

They all dress very stylin', though some more unconventionally than others. I remember doing a double take and then having a little giggle when the video first came out...my first thoughts of Mitch in his pajamas and Kirstie in a static-cling dress were clearly way off base (and only serves to reveal my own gauche style). They all looked lovely and thoroughly rocked their style choices.

[@LeeBrown-zi4bh]

Great video, Sir! Merry Christmas!

[@sadantnanl1717]

Their styling reminds me of a Shepard, an Angel, 3 Wiseman.

[@BevS-w1b]

Beautiful, so melodious!! Right, not a robe, both male and female have buttonless (wrap) jackets with matching pants.

[@JoyL351]

I've also heard it referred to as a smoking jacket, particularly if made out of satin. I don't think Mitch smokes, but it might just be a call-back to vintage men's fashion.

[@annefox926]

@@JoyL351 The original smoking jackets were much shorter. This is just Mitch & I love it !

[@oberladyElise]

They of course do an amazing job with this newer arrangement, I would suggest that folks listen to the earlier one as well. Each one evokes very different reactions/feelings for me. Regardless of which version someone prefers, what a great way to reflect on the meaning of Christmas Eve, “O Holy Night” ! 🎄🎄🎄🎄 Thank you for another great reaction/analysis.

[@JazieFranks]

Yay!! So happy you are doing this!❤

[@stephweph]

YEEEESSSSS Christmas came early! Always love your reactions! And this is my favorite version of this song! I find myself singing their arrangements when listening to other people sing the same songs adding my own background vocals 😂

[@danielcarter837]

The first time I heard this I was just stunned into silence. I had no words or thoughts. There are really no words in any language to describe this performance. Pentaholics often refer to Pentatonix's Wall of Sound and how emotional it can be, this was not a Wall, this was an Avalanche or Tsunami.

[@cimwandaful]

So with the wait. I love how you bring out things in the music that my untrained ear can't. Game you don't their original "Thank You"? Written by Scott & then partner Mark (now husband). It's stunning in a different way!

[@Goldfishwatching-xt4jt]

Not my personal favorite but still great vocals. Of all their Christmas music, I think that Pure Imagination/ Christmastime Is Here is my personal favorite. A combination of nostalgia and beauty with a heavy sprinkle of dopamine! Also please do Recording of Evergreen sometime in the coming year. The section of recording Over the River fascinates me every time!

[@orrmeli]

Happy Holiday's 😊

[@edsartistry]

I agree, with PTX you are never sure what your going to get, never disappointing but also not predictable. All their arrangements are very individualistic. I love Matt's part and the grit he puts on "Devine". The transfer from Matt to Mitch was so seamless, you almost don't miss the trade off. I am surprised you didn't say anything about Kirstie's vibrato or her belting out "divine" that was so emotional, So EPIC !! Thanks for your reaction and breakdown.

[@helenabdulah7263]

My favourite carol also, both to listen to and to sing. I'm nowhere near, not even in the same stratosphere as ptx, but I'm pretty decent.

[@glossaria2]

Oh wow. I hadn't heart this version before-- I didn't know they'd done it again-- and it DID bring tears to my eyes. Twice. I do really enjoy Pentatonix, but for some reason they sort of slip on and off of my radar-- I'll get a couple of albums, and then sort of lose track for awhile. I loved Avi's voice, but I'm having fun discovering Matt's range with you.

[@SirHairless]

Happy to have you along for the ride

[@curnicova9]

This is probably my favorite carol as well. When I first heard this version it was a bit overwhelming. I listened a couple more times and then I couldn’t stop listening. It’s so much but also somehow works. The emotion from all of them really gets to me. And Mitch’s part 🥰