Christmas Hymnprovisation by Phil DeGreg Trio with Robert Lomax
I have been thinking of making this jazz-influenced recording of traditional Christmas hymns for years. Now in the fall of 2020, it feels particularly timely; in this season of darkness from the worldwide coronavirus pandemic and political division, I think we have never been more in need of “tidings of comfort and joy”. I hope you can sense the powerful message from Robert’s voice, the careful, loving craftmanship of Mark’s production, and the steady and buoyant musical support of Aaron and John, my bandmates of eleven years. My sincere thanks to all of them, to my friend Al Harris for his ongoing support, and to God the Almighty whose mercies endure forever.
Phil DeGreg
October, 2020
Tracklist
| 1. | God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen | 4:47 |
| 2. | Hark The Herald Angels Sing | 5:05 |
| 3. | The First Noel | 4:37 |
| 4. | Angels We Have Heard On High | 4:11 |
| 5. | Go Tell It On The Mountain | 4:14 |
| 6. | Silent Night | 4:17 |
| 7. | Mary Did You Know | 5:16 |
| 8. | O Come O Come Emanuel | 5:35 |
| 9. | What Child Is This | 4:07 |
| 10. | Oh Holy Night | 4:27 |
| 11. | O Christmas Tree | 4:44 |
| 12. | O Come All Ye Faithful | 4:26 |
Credits
Robert Lomax, vocals
Phil DeGreg, piano and arrangements
Aaron Jacobs, bass
John Taylor, drums
Mark Santangelo, recording engineer, mixing, mastering, artwork and photography
Al Harris, executive producer
License
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Phil DeGreg is a Cincinnati-based pianist who has made his mark in the jazz world over the past four decades as a recording artist, composer, and pedagogue.
Phil’s musical mission is to play music for people, to reach audiences, and to elevate their spirits. As an educator, Phil loves helping people find the joy in playing music.