Homecoming

Piano man Jim Brickman returns with his third holiday offering, entitled "Homecoming." Brickman's piano playing seems to embody the very themes we should be celebrating this season: togetherness and family. The tracks that feature vocals drive the point home, with an especially emotional performance by the late Gerald Levert on "My Angel." There are a couple of holiday standards here, such as "Deck The Halls" and "Auld Lang Syne" that are sure to start spontaneous family sing-alongs, but most are original pieces that will become family favorites.

Brickman's CD, "Homecoming," will sound just right as you roast your chestnuts on an open fire this Christmas.