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Beijo means "kiss" in Portuguese. (I learned that from a Google search, from a Web site that sells Beijo Bags.) Beijo Bags are purses. I learned that from the back cover of A Very Beijo Christmas. This news brought to you by the good people at Beijo Bags, who were kind enough to send me their day brightening Christmas CD.

This 12-song compilation splits its time between sacred carols and popular favorites. Several styles are covered; from Celtic to easy listening, and from pop to traditional, the arrangements are easy-going and warm. Primarily instrumental, this one can work well with others when it is time to plug that party mix into the CD changer.

Thanks, and a big Beijo, to the good folks at Beijo Bags for sending me their sweet holiday greeting card.

--Richard Banks
(Reviewed in 2005)

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From the liner notes:

"As individuals, we each have our own goals and dreams, our own promise. But when we come together as a group, we share a collective strength to turn that promise into reality. It's what helps us realize our potential, and what makes celebrating each person's fulfillment all the more rewarding. And it's the very foundation of Beijo."
--Susan Handley, Beijo Founder and President

In just three short years, thousands of women have discovered the fun and camaraderie of Beijo Collection Showcase Parties. For many, hosting these parties leads to their first measure of financial independence. And whether acting as hostesses or just shopping with friends, all these women are contributing to a better future for moms everywhere: the Beijo donation program is committed to organizations and projects which suport the health, education and development of mothers and their children.

Executive Producers: Web Burrell, Anne Grant and Susan Handley
Music Producers: Wade Hubbard and Web Burrell
Music Arranger: Wade Hubbard
Narration on 'Twas The Night Before Christmas: Susan Handley
Lead Vocal on Feliz Navidad, Hark The Herald Angels Sing, and The Christmas Song: Charity
Art Direction: C. Honda Art Direction and Design
Back Cover Photograph: Cal Paulson
Narration Engineer: James DeFrates

Special thanks to all of the musicians and singers who contributed their talents to this project.

Various Artists

A Very Beijo Christmas

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Track List