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Released on their 1998 album The Christmas Attic , the track takes the timeless harmonic progression of Johann Pachelbel's "Canon in D Major" and infuses it with a delicate children's choir and original lyrics written by TSO founder Paul O'Neill. 🎹 The Musical Anatomy

: The video emphasizes classic holiday warmth and child-like wonder. trans_siberian_orchestra_christmas_canon_offici...

Paul O'Neill’s added lyrics take the piece from a beautiful instrumental background track to a deeply reflective prayer for peace and humanity. Released on their 1998 album The Christmas Attic

: It relies entirely on the same chord progression and ground bass that Pachelbel wrote in the late 17th century. trans_siberian_orchestra_christmas_canon_offici...

: Instead of screaming electric guitars, the song relies on a striking children's choir backed by soaring violins and a clean piano melody.