I know, I know – my husband says music people are “weird” – and he’s probably right, But, we love to talk about music and I have to say that David Phelps’ new Christmas CD, One Wintry Night, is about the best thing I’ve ever heard. I was so impressed with all of it.

Those of us who were music majors (‘music geeks’ as Holly and I say) will understand. Not only is David the most talented singer out there – but he is also talented with his writing and arranging. We have a system around here for “grading” music. The best is only when I get chill bumps on my arms from the sound. David’s music does that. Ever since the first time I heard End of the Beginning all those years ago.

My friend Lori was here – and she loves music – but, she probably was beginning to think I’m REALLY weird (oh wait, she already knows that!) And we were working on these intricate ornaments and I kept muttering – “ooh listen to those chord progressions…”, “love that dissonance … where will he go this time with the resolution…”, “how long can he possibly hold that note out … oh my word, that must have been at least 12 measures!” and “listen to the variations …” Lori probably got tired of that – but she was loving it (the music, not my mumbling) as well!

Okay, so my whole point – you need to go out and puchase this CD! It is amazing! His first Christmas album, Joy, Joy – is still one of my favorites – he is accompanied by this incredible brass ensemble – oh my word – don’t get me started!

Be blessed. God has given him a gift and he is sharing it with all of us. (This would make great gifts for Christmas!)