Northwest favorite Acoustic Guitar Summit returns with a festive evening of dazzling musicianship and holiday cheer. For more than 20 years, award-winning virtuosos Terry Robb, Mark Hanson, and Doug Smith have captivated audiences with world-class fingerstyle guitar performances that blend blues, Hawaiian slack key, reggae, and beloved classics into a rich and unforgettable musical experience.
This special holiday performance features stunning arrangements from their acclaimed recording O Christmas Three, alongside audience favorites and inventive new works, including Hanson’s sparkling ukulele version of “Santa Claus Is Coming to Town,” Robb’s playful jazz-inspired original “Santa Claus Owes Me Money,” and Smith’s masterful arrangement of “Waltz of the Flowers” from The Nutcracker. From luscious ballads to intricately woven fingerpicking burners, the trio’s dynamic interplay showcases their extraordinary speed, artistry, and musical chemistry.
Whether delivering a slow-burning blues ballad, a funky dance-floor groove, or a timeless soul classic, this band creates music that moves both heart and feet. Don’t miss this evening celebrating the songs that have shaped generations, leaving you smiling, singing along, and wanting more.