Ever since he released his first Christmas themed EP over a decade ago, Sufjan Stevens' seasonal songs have been a key part of any celebration of Advent and Christmas for many of us.
From whimsical covers of classic carols to solemn songs of his own, there's so much treasure to be found in Sufjan's festive fare. Whether you're a big fan or you've never come across him before, Sufjan's carols are guaranteed to work at a party, family gathering or for listening to on your own.
With this year's critically revered album Carrie & Lowell making many 'Best of 2015' lists, what better time to revisit ten of his best Christmas classics? Enjoy...
10) What Child is this Anyway?
"This, this is Christ the King, whom shepherds guard and angels sing"
9) Justice Delivers Its Death
"How do you measure its worth? Justice delivers its gift here on earth"
8) Holy, Holy, Holy
"There is a sign at the sight of thee, there is none beside thee"
7) Come Thou Fount Of Every Blessing
"O to grace how great a debtor, daily I'm constrained to be"
6) Coventry Carol
"For thy parting neither say nor sing, that woe is me, poor Child for Thee!"
5) Star of Wonder
"When the night falls, we see the star of wonder, wonderful night falls, we see you"
4) Angels we Have Heard on high
"Come to Bethlehem and see, the Son of God inside a manger"
3) The Midnight Clear
"I resign to glorious things, like angels bending on their knees"
2) Sister Winter
"And my friends, I've returned to wish you a Happy Christmas!"
1) Joy to the World
"He rules the world with truth and grace, and makes the nations prove the glories of His righteousness"
