CHARM CITY SOUND: Christmas Lights

Charm City Sound

Christmas Lights

© 2007 Michael T. Matousek (753083116426)

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A brand new spin on the holidays with exciting original compositions and dazzling arrangements of the classics put into 2/4 time and more.

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Charm City Sound, Maryland’s most celebrated contemporary polka band, was formed in 1997. Although the original members all hailed from the Baltimore area, current players reside in Maryland, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey. Leader Mike Matousek, is the last remaining connection to the band’s musical predecessor, the nationally-recognized “Boys from Baltimore” band that originated in 1980. The Boys received many major awards including “Favorite Album” and “Favorite Band” by the United States Polka Association (USPA) and was featured in Paramount’s major motion picture, “He Said, She Said” starring Kevin Bacon and Elizabeth Perkins.

Over the last ten years, Charm City Sound has recorded six CDs, performed at major festivals across the country, and appeared on several TV shows. CCS has continued the award-winning tradition by garnishing its own recognition that includes the USPA’s “Favorite Song” (2001) and “Favorite Band” (2003) awards. Even the Baltimore City Paper voted the group as “Baltimore’s Best Polka Band” in 2002. Charm City Sound has distinguished itself as one of the innovators within the polka musical genre as they infuse Rock, Pop, Country, and Latin influences into the music that was born in Eastern Europe. Most of the material in their repertoire is original. They are one of several national groups leading the way to broaden the polka audience with a contemporary style referred to as “Push.”

The current version of Charm City Sound features two trumpets, sax/clarinet, accordion, concertina, keyboards, bass and drums, with four members sharing the vocals. For information regarding Charm City Sound’s performances, recordings, products, and trips, go to www.charmcitysound.com.

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  • Exciting! Festive! Sentimental! Inspirational! Christmas in a jewel box!
    author: Soundman

    This is definitely a fresh take on Christmas music! Great original material, clever arrangements, moving vocals, and precise musical execution. Sit in front of the fireplace, fill your glass with wine, and pop in this CD for an entertaining and uplifting holiday experience!

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