Happy Holidays! It's the 15th Annual Vargo Family Musical Christmas Card, "Straight Down The Chimney."
In times of great uncertainty, it is an unbeatable thrill for us to be together yet again this year to enjoy the blessings of the season and to share in the joy of music. Julian (19) is home from UC Berkeley, taking a much-needed and well-deserved respite after pulling straight A+ grades while taking 25 units this past semester. Paisley (12) adores low brass instruments, is learning both the trombone and baritone, and is starting to try her hand at music composition. I am extremely proud of the fine people that I am fortunate to call my children. Thanks, kids, for one more year of humoring Dad with the song!
As for me, I have new music on tap for 2023, as well as the fourth exciting season of the Only Three Lads podcast.
Appearing with us on this track, and rather appropriately so, is a Ukrainian saxophone section led by Dima Faustov. Our hearts and love go out to the people of Ukraine.
May you and your family enjoy a warm, joyous holiday season. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
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