This recording of traditional Christmas carols played on a rustic folk guitar started out as a simple gift for a friend but quickly took on a life of its own. Due to popular demand, Christmas Carols on an Ozark Guitar is finally available on CD.

The instrument used on this recording was built by one of the last homesteaders of the Ozark Mountains. Ed Stilley of Hogscald Hollar cut down trees from his land then nailed and glued them together. All of the metal fittings and springs inside the guitar create a mysterious reverb that Ed describes as the voice of God.

Kelly's simple and charming instrumental arrangements of these classic carols are a fit tribute to this precious piece of musical folk art.