Here he has assembled several of his friends and frequent collaborators for a laid-back yet festive celebration of Christmas. Talented stars including Vanessa… More Rob Mathes is a composer at the forefront of the adult contemporary music scene. Here he has assembled several of his friends and frequent collaborators for a laid-back yet festive celebration of Christmas. Talented stars including Vanessa Williams, David Sanborn and Mathes himself perform contemporary updates of old Christmas classics. This is a great video to play with friends and family during the holiday season and a useful tool in getting psyched up for Christmas at other times of the year.