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An Intimate Christmas Conversation

11/25/2008

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Phenomenal Guitarist Dan Baraszu and multi-talented bassist/producer Joseph Patrick Moore offer fresh inspiration to twelve Christmas classics on the latest Blue Canoe Records release "Christmas Time is Here".  The duo strikes a touching balance between the complex reharmonization of these standards and the simplistic, stripped down interplay between guitar and bass.  This musical conversation is especially notable in the sweet, lullaby-infused melodic bass part of "Silent Night".  The trading of melody between Mr. Baraszu and Mr. Moore strikes images of a mother gently singing the little ones to sleep as the snow gently falls outside.

The pair jump in with "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen", an up-tempo number featuring a jumping, rhythmic groove and haunting guitar melody.  "Jingle Bells", offers up a unique coloring of another holiday classic.  Again, Mr. Moore's creative groove and use of open space provides the perfect backdrop for a truly fresh version of such a seasonally routine melody.

Baraszu and Moore conclude their holiday creation with the traditional, "Angels We Have Heard on High".  The bouncing bass line and almost reggae-like rhythmic feel is a sublime counter to Mr. Baraszu's contemporary version of this timeless melody.

"Christmas Time is Here" is an inspirational rendition of Christmas standards that offer a rare perspective unheard during this season.  The interaction between these two notable artists is emotive and relevant long after the season is over.  Mr. Baraszu and Mr. Moore converse in a beautifully woven and unique accord that's rare in a holiday release.


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