Lizzie Thomas – This Christmas
Lizzie Thomas, a jazz soprano, offers a fresh, emotional warmth to the holiday season with her version of Donny Hathaway’s classic “This Christmas.” Thomas adopts an R&B-inspired arrangement, introducing jazzy percussion from the very beginning, creating a cheerful and laid-back vibe that defines this rendition. The gentle rhythms offer the music a smooth and pleasant flow, while Moog-inspired synth sounds bring nostalgia, paying tribute to old holiday classics with a contemporary spin. The main star of the show here is Thomas’ voice. Her performance is pleasant and sophisticated, catching the song’s heart with a mature, pop-inflected style that improves the classic but remaining true to its roots. Her vocals are easy-listening, bringing layered warmth and attraction that make this version unique.
