I did an experiment! I recorded the first 3 songs in this video with a classical guitar. The sound is quite a bit different than my normal guitar. Let me know what you think, should I record more songs with the classical or do you prefer the sound of my normal steel string guitar?
I think it's okay to record more songs with the classical. Its deep sound makes me feel stable and reliable and it matches this Christmas winter season!
The classical sound is deep and rich, Josh. I’ve enjoyed your music for some time and I play your music for my 2 year old granddaughter who is on the spectrum. She loves string sound and I look forward to sharing this new video with her on our next visit together. Thank you for sharing your gift, sir.
I actually prefer the classical guitar sound. So rich. Notes are more sustained which I like. Great complement to the finger playing style which I’m growing to like. Well done. Of course the choice of Christ honouring songs is of ultimate beauty and importance.
Man of steel! 💪 I've always preferred steel strings! Nylon strings once in a while is good too. Just love the ringing sustain of open strings and harmonics. But thats just me. All is well. 🙂
I love it all so much. I used to be a Jehovah's witness and this is my very first Christmas celebrating. The Jehovah's witness doesn't celebrate anything. I love these songs. Jesus is the reason for the season. I left in 2021 but never celebrate anything before. Im 31 years old.
May our precious Lord continue to bless you as you share this fine worship with His family. I'm not a musician. It sounds smooth and deep with the classical guitar. More elegant. In reality. Both guitars sound beautiful. Respectfully. A Jesus loving grandma from Puerto Rico.
Hi Lilia, Thanks for the feedback. My original thought about the classical is that it is softer with a richer tone but the acoustic is more brilliant. Of course, the other side is that the classical can sound dull and the acoustic can sound harsh. I guess that each has its advantages and disadvantages. Variety is the spice of life. :)
We absolutely love it. My wife taught guitar back in the 70's and 80's. She is talented piano and even the accordion , zyther, and harmonica. We have been in the ministry over 40 years and she has always helped with her beautiful gifts & heart. Thank you for sharing!!!❤
The deep tone of the nylon strings are really nice, but the steel strings are also good. It is ok to switch back and forth, depending on the hymn or mood you wish to include. It is like going back and forth between strumming and Fingerstyle. Both are methods of conveying the message of praise to Our Lord musically, so they are effective instruments in the guitar toolbox. The important thing, in my view, is to consecrate the work to the Lord, and let the Holy Spirit lead you in deciding the method you need for a particular hymn or song.
Synched my phone to the two Bluetooth speakers we got for Christmas and am playing your beautiful music on Christmas Eve. The speakers are out on the deck, so the music is reverberating through our little rural community and into the surrounding mountains. Thank you, Josh, and may God richly bless you as you share your gift with us.🙏🎁🎄
Nothing surpasses the accustic sound ! Keep going ! Eventually you will dance your fingers on these strings according your feelings in your heart and let us feel with you. ! I always think of pre electronic sound, its all done with resonance . A body of resonance and strings , or breath, or drumpaddles or bells and cymbals, horns and harps.....hand crafted...God's beloved instruments with Gods beloved people praising and thanking Him for all His goodness...
The spirit of Christmas is a spirit of joy and wonder that none who receive the love of His spirit soon after speak evil of this most sacred and holy day where we join together in honor of the Lord our majesty. May your hearts be filled this time of year with the sound of hope, and may your spirits be lifted by the love of His grace, for His majesty and wisdom is revealed to those who worship Him on Christmas day. Christmas is special, because love is special. Love is special, because love is honor. Honor is best, I tell thee true, because there is no Christmas, and there is no love without honor. Praise God for His mercies are endless unto those who would honor His son, who alone, has established Christmas day by the grace of His presence.
I stumbled on your guitar worship videos and I fell in love with it. I play your guitar videos during my early morning devotions and at school. It feels so calming. I also play it when my students are taking their exams. This new Christmas worship guitar is amazing. May God continue to bless and prosper you.
As I continue to listen the guitar just brings out such beautiful tones of the Christmas carol’s. My daddy and my brother are both missed who loved playing their guitars. My brother Bobby was self taught by watching daddy play for years. Music was a big part of our family and continues to be! Never learned how to play an instrument but used my voice instead in church and sing for nursing homes for years! For the past couple of years lost interest in singing due to the Covid. Hopefully we can all see Gods wonderful changes this coming year that will inspire us to keep our faith and trust in Him! Hope everyone had a blessed Christmas with full of happy new memories !
Love both. I used to play piano. Grew up in family each one played piano. I have been searching for guitar music with a certain sound which settles with my soul. THANK YOU!!
Your clean and precise playing is beautiful. To me, steel or nylon doesn't matter a bit., it's all a blessing and it is great and is beautiful to the Lord.
Thank you for the quiet hymns focused on the Lord Jesus' birth. Such a wonderful counterweight to balance the overstimulating buzz and noise so prevalent these days.
Josh, you continue to be a blessing with your angelic classical guitar. GOD is using you in a mighty way for sure! You have my deepest and most sincere thanks! :)
Happy New Year everyone! May our Lord Jesus Bless each and every day of this new year double portions ! I’d like to see miracles of diseases healed , lost relationships restored, jobs given and joy seen and heard more then hate or unforgiveness. Words spread for good more then evil! God bless you all!
Hi Lily, I'm so glad you enjoyed that! I have been working on the Hallelujah Chorus since the summer of 2013 so it has taken a long time to get it right. I still keep working to play it better. It's probably the hardest thing I've ever played. I do want my playing to be for the praise and glory of God. I owe Him everything! God bless you and have a great Christmas season.
I very much enjoyed your rendition of the Hallelujah Chorus! You are very talented! Thank you for sharing your gift and Merry Christmas to you and yours! PS just realized this recording is from 3 years ago! Ha! Thought it was brand new for this Christmas season! It’s beautiful all the same!
I'm quite fond of the smooth and mellow sound in the first 3 songs. I appreciate the differences in the different guitar playing (I don't know technical terms). I agree with the person who commented about the use of both the classical and acoustic playing--use both, whichever is best suited to the song.
I like both. Depends on the song. I've listened to classical the last 40 years so hearing your hymns and Christmas on steel the last couple of years has been new. I appreciate both but the softness and richness of nylon or gut is probably still my favorite. Thanks for giving so much of yourself to this ministry. You are a Godsend!
May the Lord bless and keep you. May His light and love shine upon you. Keep up the good work that has been prepared for you. I love it. Personally, I prefer the softer and richer tone of the classical but I love the clean "simple" music of the guitar.
What a beautiful way to begin my day listening to your music. I do have a deep love for classical guitar and the warm soft tones. Regular acoustic is nice, too, so I will keep listening 😊
Great Christmas worship music with classical guitar! I have myself also played guitar (electric, classical and acoustic) since my childhood. I am somehow convinced that a good-quality classical guitar produces simply the best harmonic and richest acoustic tones. Therefore, your great guitar playing skills in my opinion shows off best when you play classical (Spanish guitar). Notably, I observe your beautiful and sensitive flute tones (at fret no 12)! God Bless your guitar playing Josh! I am looking forward to listen more of your worship playing to Glory of God. Merry Christmas to you and all your dear ones. Best wishes from Tampere, Finland.
Yes, I'm listening to Christmas music in September...great background music for reading! Thanks, Josh, for sharing your talent. God's blessings, brother 🙏
Hi Josh! Thank you for sharing with us this beautiful gift with us, and the beauty of your humble heart .... I know no one who would openly ask for an opinion on their gift... may The Lord bless you and keep you always. Merry Christmas and a happy new year 🎉 to you and your family!
Thank you so much for this! It's hard to find Christmas Song compilation that pure about Christ. Most mix theme about santa, holiday, christmas ornaments, etc. Glad to find this channel. GBU~
Hi Moudy, Most of my videos are just Christian hymns. I have done a few recordings of songs like White Christmas or old carols like "Deck the Halls" that I enjoy but Jesus is the reason for the season and He's my focus.
this is special to me. i praise God for this! i'm currently on a December report rush, with this music on my background. I hope my analysis will be helpful to the company i'm working for :)
This is so beautiful. I love to hear the guitar playing. My son plays it also and love the crisp sound of it. Thank you Merry Christmas Josh. God Bless you
@@JoshSnodgrass Met Mike several years ago in Batesville Arkansas, if we're talking about the author of 'A Man Called Norman' (and others). He was fishing with his son at Lock #1 on White River. Wonderful, genuine man! Merry Christmas !!!
I did an experiment! I recorded the first 3 songs in this video with a classical guitar. The sound is quite a bit different than my normal guitar. Let me know what you think, should I record more songs with the classical or do you prefer the sound of my normal steel string guitar?
I think it's okay to record more songs with the classical. Its deep sound makes me feel stable and reliable and it matches this Christmas winter season!
@@iriscalli.design Thanks for the feedback, I appreciate it.
The classical sound is deep and rich, Josh. I’ve enjoyed your music for some time and I play your music for my 2 year old granddaughter who is on the spectrum. She loves string sound and I look forward to sharing this new video with her on our next visit together. Thank you for sharing your gift, sir.
I actually prefer the classical guitar sound. So rich. Notes are more sustained which I like. Great complement to the finger playing style which I’m growing to like. Well done. Of course the choice of Christ honouring songs is of ultimate beauty and importance.
Man of steel! 💪 I've always preferred steel strings! Nylon strings once in a while is good too. Just love the ringing sustain of open strings and harmonics. But thats just me. All is well. 🙂
I love it all so much. I used to be a Jehovah's witness and this is my very first Christmas celebrating. The Jehovah's witness doesn't celebrate anything. I love these songs. Jesus is the reason for the season. I left in 2021 but never celebrate anything before. Im 31 years old.
Merry Christmas & Happy New Year! Welcome to the Family of God!
Yes! Welcome! As Christians, we get to celebrate the most, the best, and for the right reasons!
Praise the Lord! Enjoy His loving presence this season.
Welcome home!
Glory to God! ❤
Hallelujah 🙏 to god. Our king.
What a huge blessing, I used to play guitar until my stroke and I could no longer finger the chords so this is a very special blessing to me.
I pray the Lord heals and totally restores you, so you can play your guitar again. God bless you!
Not only are you a superb musician Josh, but Holy Spirit fills our home when you are played! You must be a Godly man.
The classical guitar sounds more peaceful than the regular guitar. For volume the regular is better. But for mood, I think the classical is better.
Now we still need an Advent hymn collection!
May our precious Lord continue to bless you as you share this fine worship with His family. I'm not a musician. It sounds smooth and deep with the classical guitar. More elegant. In reality. Both guitars sound beautiful. Respectfully. A Jesus loving grandma from Puerto Rico.
Hi Lilia, Thanks for the feedback. My original thought about the classical is that it is softer with a richer tone but the acoustic is more brilliant. Of course, the other side is that the classical can sound dull and the acoustic can sound harsh. I guess that each has its advantages and disadvantages. Variety is the spice of life. :)
I'm a convert to the church of jesus christ of latter-day saints and i love this instrumental music. great to listen at work
We absolutely love it. My wife taught guitar back in the 70's and 80's. She is talented piano and even the accordion , zyther, and harmonica.
We have been in the ministry over 40 years and she has always helped with her beautiful gifts & heart.
Thank you for sharing!!!❤
What a precious gift of music 🎵🎶
Thank you Friend!
Wrapped gifts to this wonderful music! ❤
The deep tone of the nylon strings are really nice, but the steel strings are also good. It is ok to switch back and forth, depending on the hymn or mood you wish to include. It is like going back and forth between strumming and Fingerstyle. Both are methods of conveying the message of praise to Our Lord musically, so they are effective instruments in the guitar toolbox. The important thing, in my view, is to consecrate the work to the Lord, and let the Holy Spirit lead you in deciding the method you need for a particular hymn or song.
Well said!
Here here! 🙌 Well said John. I do also enjoy the deeper tone of the nylon strings though 🎸🎶
Thumbs up on the Holy Ghost lead in the method!
Synched my phone to the two Bluetooth speakers we got for Christmas and am playing your beautiful music on Christmas Eve. The speakers are out on the deck, so the music is reverberating through our little rural community and into the surrounding mountains. Thank you, Josh, and may God richly bless you as you share your gift with us.🙏🎁🎄
Same here! My handicapped son is soothed & calmed,
God Bless you for doing this!
Salamat Panginoon sa lahat nang Ora's na ipinagkaloob mo saakong pamilya at sa mga kaibigan ko🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏.💖💖💖
Nothing surpasses the accustic sound ! Keep going ! Eventually you will dance your fingers on these strings according your feelings in your heart and let us feel with you. ! I always think of pre electronic sound, its all done with resonance .
A body of resonance and strings , or breath, or drumpaddles or bells and cymbals, horns and harps.....hand crafted...God's beloved instruments with Gods beloved people praising and thanking Him for all His goodness...
I am really enjoying this worship music and will continue since I do not limit these songs to the Christmas season. Peace and Blessings.
This is the most relaxing CD I think I’ve ever heard. When I get up tight, I put Josh’s music on
Thanks so much! I'm so glad it helps relieve that stress.
The spirit of Christmas is a spirit of joy and wonder that none who receive the love of His spirit soon after speak evil of this most sacred and holy day where we join together in honor of the Lord our majesty. May your hearts be filled this time of year with the sound of hope, and may your spirits be lifted by the love of His grace, for His majesty and wisdom is revealed to those who worship Him on Christmas day. Christmas is special, because love is special. Love is special, because love is honor. Honor is best, I tell thee true, because there is no Christmas, and there is no love without honor. Praise God for His mercies are endless unto those who would honor His son, who alone, has established Christmas day by the grace of His presence.
I stumbled on your guitar worship videos and I fell in love with it. I play your guitar videos during my early morning devotions and at school. It feels so calming. I also play it when my students are taking their exams. This new Christmas worship guitar is amazing. May God continue to bless and prosper you.
As I continue to listen the guitar just brings out such beautiful tones of the Christmas carol’s. My daddy and my brother are both missed who loved playing their guitars. My brother Bobby was self taught by watching daddy play for years. Music was a big part of our family and continues to be! Never learned how to play an instrument but used my voice instead in church and sing for nursing homes for years! For the past couple of years lost interest in singing due to the Covid. Hopefully we can all see Gods wonderful changes this coming year that will inspire us to keep our faith and trust in Him! Hope everyone had a blessed Christmas with full of happy new memories !
Love both. I used to play piano. Grew up in family each one played piano. I have been searching for guitar music with a certain sound which settles with my soul. THANK YOU!!
Your clean and precise playing is beautiful. To me, steel or nylon doesn't matter a bit., it's all a blessing and it is great and is beautiful to the Lord.
Thank you for the quiet hymns focused on the Lord Jesus' birth. Such a wonderful counterweight to balance the overstimulating buzz and noise so prevalent these days.
Wow! ...the Hallelujah Chorus on guitar!! What a challenge you had! Well done Josh!!
Thank you for sharing your gift with the world, may God bless you abundantly ❤⚘
Thank you Darlene! Thanks for taking the time to check out my videos. God bless you too!
Thank you. ❄❄✝️❄❄💟
I am so glad that you are here ❤😊
Never heard the Hallelujah Chorus done by guitar. Beautiful!!!
Josh, you continue to be a blessing with your angelic classical guitar. GOD is using you in a mighty way for sure! You have my deepest and most sincere thanks! :)
Happy New Year everyone! May our Lord Jesus Bless each and every day of this new year double portions ! I’d like to see miracles of diseases healed , lost relationships restored, jobs given and joy seen and heard more then hate or unforgiveness. Words spread for good more then evil! God bless you all!
Both guitars sound beautiful !
I’m listening to this while I read my worship and it is so peaceful, beautiful and inspiring! Thank you!
I can here a difference
It’s like harp AND guitar playing together thank
You Josh. Beautiful!
Thank you for such beautiful, serene music which worships our Lord.
Wow! the Halluluiah chorus ... I join you in praising the Lord Josh. Your music touches chords in my heart.
Hi Lily, I'm so glad you enjoyed that! I have been working on the Hallelujah Chorus since the summer of 2013 so it has taken a long time to get it right. I still keep working to play it better. It's probably the hardest thing I've ever played. I do want my playing to be for the praise and glory of God. I owe Him everything! God bless you and have a great Christmas season.
Good morning I wish you an intersting black Friday
This is just soothing and much needed for this time of year. I love the sound. Keep it coming Josh.
I very much enjoyed your rendition of the Hallelujah Chorus! You are very talented! Thank you for sharing your gift and Merry Christmas to you and yours!
PS just realized this recording is from 3 years ago! Ha! Thought it was brand new for this Christmas season! It’s beautiful all the same!
I agree, I loved the Hallelujah Chorus. Absolutely beautiful.
May God bless you and your family.❤
Yes! I’ve never heard that before on a guitar. I was very impressed and blessed!
Josh, they are both wonderful.. Follow the Lord's lead🥰❤️
i listen to music during my morning bible study. chose this today..absolutely beautiful thank you for sharing your gift❤
Thanks! I also have many non-Christmas instrumental Worship videos for the rest of the year. God bless!
I said I liked both. I started bed with steel, but I had to switch to nylon to better fall asleep.
This was great and a blessing. God bless you as you celebrate the birth of our Lord.
Yes, it's beautiful and calming. Hope you enjoy while you are playing. Sounds lovely 👍
I'm quite fond of the smooth and mellow sound in the first 3 songs. I appreciate the differences in the different guitar playing (I don't know technical terms). I agree with the person who commented about the use of both the classical and acoustic playing--use both, whichever is best suited to the song.
Love the classic nylon. What a gift your talent is. God bless.
Peace to every city , to every state to every country to all the world 🌎 🙏 this Christmas. Thank you for gifting us w your high talents☆
Thank you. Merry Christmas Friend.
Happy 2nd Sunday of Advent. Peace be with you all.
Beautiful
I like both. Depends on the song. I've listened to classical the last 40 years so hearing your hymns and Christmas on steel the last couple of years has been new. I appreciate both but the softness and richness of nylon or gut is probably still my favorite. Thanks for giving so much of yourself to this ministry. You are a Godsend!
May the Lord bless and keep you. May His light and love shine upon you. Keep up the good work that has been prepared for you. I love it. Personally, I prefer the softer and richer tone of the classical but I love the clean "simple" music of the guitar.
I like the classical guitar songs a lot 😃👍🏻
Perfect, Josh! Spiritual, peaceful, calming, and timely.
너무 좋은 연주 들을 수 있게 해 주셔서 감사합니다. 크리스마스 시즌에 참 감사한 선곡으로 마음을 평안하게 해주네요. ^^
What a beautiful way to begin my day listening to your music. I do have a deep love for classical guitar and the warm soft tones. Regular acoustic is nice, too, so I will keep listening 😊
Love the classical style! It’s beautiful and soothing. Thank you for sharing your gift to us.
Love the sound of the Classical Guitar
Great Christmas worship music with classical guitar! I have myself also played guitar (electric, classical and acoustic) since my childhood. I am somehow convinced that a good-quality classical guitar produces simply the best harmonic and richest acoustic tones. Therefore, your great guitar playing skills in my opinion shows off best when you play classical (Spanish guitar). Notably, I observe your beautiful and sensitive flute tones (at fret no 12)! God Bless your guitar playing Josh! I am looking forward to listen more of your worship playing to Glory of God.
Merry Christmas to you and all your dear ones. Best wishes from Tampere, Finland.
This is beautiful! So restful. Thank you 🙏🏻
Thank you, Josh and family! Praying for you.
This is great classic songs
I do love all the music, but I have to be honest the classical guitar songs have a richer fuller sound, which is lovely!
I absolutely love your version of Sing We Noel!
Thank you Steff! I had fun working on that one.
Thanks for generously sharing your beautiful music. The classical guitar sounds lovely. I'm enjoying both the classical and normal guitar.
Yes, I'm listening to Christmas music in September...great background music for reading!
Thanks, Josh, for sharing your talent. God's blessings, brother 🙏
I Love this ❤😊
This story about Jesus when he was a small boy, isn't it? I would love to see lyrics!
I love the classical guitar and you seldom hear it played. Of course I would love to hear more of it.❤😊
Classical definitely. So soothing
I really like this sound. Authentic
Definitely the steel strings, its smoother and clearer, very easy on the ear. Suits your playing style better.
Lovely playing thankyou!
Glory
Thank you for uploading this beautiful instrumental during the Christmas season!
I love them bioth, but the deep rich tone of the classical is my favorite.
Beautiful!
This is exactly what I was looking for. Very rare to find music of this quality with so much heart and soul. Thank you, and Merry Christmas!
Thank you also for your choice of tempo!
Hi Josh! Thank you for sharing with us this beautiful gift with us, and the beauty of your humble heart .... I know no one who would openly ask for an opinion on their gift... may The Lord bless you and keep you always. Merry Christmas and a happy new year 🎉 to you and your family!
I LOVE nylon strings. Every song you play is really beautiful. 🕯
You have a good ear for music, you bring the songs to life, so do as God leads you to play your instruments 😊.
Thank you so much for this! It's hard to find Christmas Song compilation that pure about Christ. Most mix theme about santa, holiday, christmas ornaments, etc. Glad to find this channel. GBU~
Hi Moudy, Most of my videos are just Christian hymns. I have done a few recordings of songs like White Christmas or old carols like "Deck the Halls" that I enjoy but Jesus is the reason for the season and He's my focus.
the nylon strings sound good - warmer tone
Love both guitars, very peaceful !
Love it!
Keep the variety
this is special to me. i praise God for this! i'm currently on a December report rush, with this music on my background. I hope my analysis will be helpful to the company i'm working for :)
Looking for background Christmas music for our gathering and I found you! Love this!
wowww the 'Halleluiah' melody is so amazingly done. So beautiful and capturing all the harmony and transitions. nice nice nice
Thank you for this beautiful Christmas music! Merry Christmas and God bless!
Hallelujah Chorus ..my favorite! 43:25
Beautiful either way
Beautiful🙏🏻🙌🏻
Thank you!
Nylon strings sounds great Josh 👍
Cantik bangeett.. I love it.
TY so much for this! So beautiful, and peaceful. 💚
I like the sound, a full album would be a fantastic addition my collection
I love your music and so do the people I live with. We all enjoy repeatedly listening! Thank you for sharing your gifts!!!
This is so beautiful. I love to hear the guitar playing. My son plays it also and love the crisp sound of it. Thank you
Merry Christmas Josh.
God Bless you
Thank you. This music is a gift.
Found out about you through Mike the Patriot show. Thank you for the beautiful music.
That's awesome. I met Mike earlier this year when I shared music at his church and he ran sound for me.
@@JoshSnodgrass
Met Mike several years ago in Batesville Arkansas, if we're talking about the author of 'A Man Called Norman' (and others).
He was fishing with his son at Lock #1 on White River.
Wonderful, genuine man!
Merry Christmas !!!
@@timeno1763 Hi Tim, That wasn't me actually. I guess there are several people that share my name. Merry Christmas to you though!