Just in time for the holidays, this Christmas CD from ABCD GEARS (Art Bernstein & Chuck D'Aloia) breathes new life into your favorite Christmas songs. The stunning musicianship makes this a completely refreshing Christmas CD. Listen for the Latin salsa groove and intricate cymbal playing on Deck the Halls, the pure sonic guitar poetry of Silent Night, restful modality of God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen, seductive lyricism of Joy to the World and the funky blues shuffle on Santa Claus is Coming to Town! Chuck's guitar work is impeccable - innovative harmonic textures and soothing lyrical treatments of the timeless melodies, all wrapped in Art's superiorly crafted drum rhythms showcasing a spectacular blending of ethnic and improvisational drum grooves. The GEARS Christmas CD is truly a must have for any holiday music collection. Grab them while they're still in stock : )

This is great. I just sort of came across it by accident. This is exactly what I had in mind to play at my Christmas Eve dinner party.