| Jazz |
This year’s Christmas albums are arriving like a snowstorm, and if you have a fondness for classic holiday records—flawlessly crafted with beautiful vocals—this album is for you. *Holiday Soirée* highlights the dynamic voices of Courtney Lemmon, Gina Saputo, and Crystal Starr, whose vocals weave together like a winter scarf, wrapping listeners in warmth and good cheer. This album is a true festive feast, where timeless holiday melodies meet the vibrant energy of jazz and blues.
Even if holiday albums aren’t usually your style, this one stands out for its exceptional vocal interpretations. A few tracks, like *My Favorite Things*, aren’t even holiday songs, adding variety to the selection.
Led by pianist and arranger George Kahn, the Jazz & Blues Revue has been a California treasure for over a decade. *Holiday Soirée* is the culmination of these years of holiday performances, now captured in an album poised to become a new festive tradition. With the Grammy-nominated guitarist and co-producer Grant Geissman and Grammy-winning drummer and percussionist MB Gordy, *Holiday Soirée* is set to be the must-have album of the season.
Mainly featuring beloved Christmas and Hanukkah classics, this album is perfect as a warm backdrop for gatherings of family and friends. On our rating scale, it’s earned a shining 4 stars.
Thierry De Clemensat
USA correspondent – Paris-Move and ABS magazine
Editor in chief Bayou Blue Radio, Bayou Blue News
PARIS-MOVE, November 12th 2024
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