Julian Koster, known for his work with Elephant 6 and Neutral Milk Hotel, brought his whimsical and imaginative project, The Music Tapes, to a recent Tiny Desk Concert at NPR Music. The performance featured a mix of traditional holiday songs like "The First Noel" played on musical saws, avant-garde reinterpretations, and original compositions filled with wonder and creativity.

The Music Tapes is an experimental pop music and performance art project led by Julian Koster, known for their unique orchestrations using instruments like the singing saw and bowed banjo, storytelling elements, and inventive live performances. Koster's penchant for spinning quirky tales and creating a surreal musical experience was on full display during the Tiny Desk Concert, where the audience was treated to a psychedelic holiday music pageant unlike any other.

The band's innovative use of tape machines, a chord organ, and even a crooning snowman added to the eclectic and festive atmosphere of the performance. With a background in unconventional music-making and a reputation for bringing their imagination to life through music, The Music Tapes delivered a joyful and strange Tiny Desk Concert that celebrated the holiday season in a truly unique way.