I'm not ready to call an end to all hopes for a stunning new Christmas album coming out of left field, but, as is too often the case, 2015 is definitely a washout. Since I've been spending much of the past year exploring Dave Brubeck's catalogue, both with his legendary quartet and as a headliner, I decided to buy a copy of A Dave Brubeck Christmas. Brubeck plays solo piano on mostly traditional Christmas songs, plus a couple originals. Some interesting arrangements highlight his strengths in composition, but overall it's a marvelous showcase for his depth and sensitivity as a player. His rendering of "The Christmas Song" deserves to become that chestnut's jazz instrumental standard.
It's Christmas time. Enjoy the great Christmas tunes as offered up by one of the true greats.
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