This talented violinist takes you on a sonic journey around the globe, blending Classical technique with jazz, fusion, folk, progressive rock, and world influences. "The Holiday Spirit" is an inviting, eclectic collection of seasonal songs both famous and obscure. Meyer, with the able assistance of some great players, brings passion and energy to holiday songs that are so often rendered into lifeless clichés by the hands of lesser interpreters. Whether toying with the harmonic structure behind a familiar tune, taking things up a notch with some fierce guitar and fiddle interplay, or using more moody and textural elements to heighten the drama, it is clear that Aaron Meyer and crew have more than just a handful of tricks up their sleeve to keep listeners engaged.
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