Trans-Siberian Orchestra is an internationally renown rock opera band. The band's musical style is often described in different terms, it incorporates progressive rock, symphonic metal, power metal and heavy metal, and influenced by the classical music. Trans-Siberian Orchestra is best known for its remakes of classical Christmas songs.
Their 2005 tour placed twenty-first on the list of the most successful concert tours of the year, earning just over US$21 million. The string section comprises local musicians. Live shows are known for their extensive use of pyrotechnics, lasers & lights, all in sync with the performance.
They currently have four CDs out including Christmas Eve and Other Stories, The Christmas Attic, and The Lost Christmas Eve, and Beethoven's Last Night.
Official Website: http://www.trans-siberian.com/index-main.php
Added by dandelrio on September 18, 2007