Carols on the lute, with other instruments including hammered dulcimer, banjo or mandolin, many other acoustic traditional.

Very unusual and interesting arrangements. The lute is an intriguing instrument, brighter than the guitar, and a LOT more strings.

Infant King (Now is Born the Divine Christ Child) blends with Frere Jacques and Bring a Torch very effectively. Joy to the World begins with an audio clip of what sounds like FDR wishing the country "Merry Christmas."

John Doan has a Wikipedia listing (as of 2021-03), and can be seen with other players here: http://www.johndoan.com/2015/08/oregon-lute-players-pluck-at-potluck-in-salem/

There is also a John Dowland who plays lute.


And Ronn McFarlane (more information on the entry for his video). ( )