Lara and Reyes Christmas album Navidad is a perfect album for that fireplace-lit romantic night. Featuring both secular and religious songs. The album opens with a flamenco-inspired version of Winter Wonderland that moves along at a pretty good clip. The end of the song has bits of other songs on it: Jingle Bells and A Few of My Favorite Things are instantly recognizable. A flamenco-inspired version of God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen is a unique touch. If you think you ve heard enough versions of Silent Night to last a lifetime I recommend the fresh version played by Lara on mandolin. About half the songs on Navidad are upbeat versions whereas half are slower arrangements. The big difference between World Jazz and Navidad is the level of instrumentation. On Navidad only the two guitars with the occasional mandolin appear so the sparser instrumentation gives it a more intimate feel. It also includes a version of Jose Feliciano s Feliz Navidad. The sound on both albums is exceptionally crisp and clean allowing the stringed instruments to shine through in the mix. Fans of acoustic guitar music especially with a Latin flavor are encouraged to pick up both of these Lara and Reyes albums.