Lizzie Thomas spices up the holiday season with Christmas favorites for a new generation of jazz lovers. She blends her soulful voice with jazz luminaries John Di Martino on piano, Wayne Escoffery on sax, Antoine Drye on trumpet and flugelhorn, Dezron Douglas on bass, and Neal Smith on drums. Thomas flexes her arrangement prowess on Paul McCartney’s “Wonderful Christmastime” with a swinging big band sound that leaves you in high spirits. Charlie Brown’s “Christmas Time Is Here” is a sultry bossa nova, featuring Leandro Pellegrino on guitar, inspired by the feel of Elis Regina and Carlos Jobim. “It’s Magic” inspires us to dream of magical love. She brings the lush sound of Antoine Drye on flugelhorn that is sure to warm your heart. Lastly, Terry Roche’s “Star of Wonder” blends the intimate stylings of Di Martino(p) Smith(d) and Thomas as they round out this beautiful tune into an almost haunting melodic sound.
Lizzie Thomas reveals that her musical depth can be joyful and fun in this innovative holiday offering. This recording is sure to add sparkle to your holiday season.
Wonderful Christmastime (November 17th)
Christmas Time Is Here (November 24th)
It’s Magic (December 1st)
Star Of Wonder (December 8th)
Lizzie Thomas vocals
John Di Martino on piano
Antoine Drye on trumpet & flugelhorn
Wayne Escoffery on tenor saxophone
Leandro Pellegrino on guitar
Dezron Douglas on bass Neal Smith on drums
Recorded at Powerstation by Neal Shaw Mixed & Mastered at Bass Hit Studios by Dave Darlington
Co-Producers: Lizzie Thomas & John Di Martino