Mixed-voice Irish folk ensemble Anuna, founded in 1987 by Dublin composer Michael McGlynn to explore the music of the ancient Celts, have recorded a self-titled debut albumÐÐand after recording a short choral piece called Cloudsong used by Riverdance, toured with the dance troupe and recorded the album 'Riverdance the Show.' Most of the 13 cuts on 'Christmas Songs' were arranged by Michael McGlynn, and 'Codhlaim Go Suan,' the lovely 'Christmas Day Is Come,' 'Pie Jesu' and 'Hymn to the Virgin' were written by McGlynn. 'Winter, Fire and Snow' is also a group original. The haunting, surreal harmonies of Anuna lend a surprising flavor to carols like 'Away in a Manger,' 'The Wexford Carol,' 'Riu Riu,' 'Silent Night' and 'The Coventry Carol.' Unique and startlingly beautiful. Some light accompaniment.