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This CD is a collection of holiday classics and lesser-known songs of the season, all arranged in a unique and original style. Selected by Jazziz magazine as one of the "12 CD's of Christmas" for 2003! "Gesu Bambino", by Italian Pietro Yon, is given an Afro-Cuban treatment with Doc Severinsen on trumpet and Shai Hayo, of the Nachito Herrara band, on percussion; the Ukranian folk song "Carol of the Bells", becomes a jazz waltz, with additional lyrics by Evingson; "A Cradle in Bethlehem", originally recorded by Nat King Cole with full orchestra and chorus, is an intimate duet for Connie and guitarist/ singer Robert Everest. Other highlights are "The Nutcracker Petite Suite", a swinging abbreviated version of Tchaichovsky's ballet score arranged by Dave Karr with lyrics by Evingson, an a cappella treatment of Silent Night, and a gospel version of "Simple Gifts", the traditional Shaker hymn, with guest Ricky Peterson on Hammond B-3 organ. Check out the artist's website: http://www.connieevingson.com Track List: 1. Snowfall/I Love the Winter Weather 2. Carol of the Bells 3. Simple Gifts 4. The Christmas Song 5. The Nutcracker Petite Suite 6. Some Children See Him 7. Gesu Bambino 8. The Secret of Christmas 9. A Cradle in Bethlehem 10. Silent Night Other Genres:
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