Here is an album of reels, waltzes, and instrumental ballads that were born from Spencer's fiddle/violin rather than his guitar. These original compositions yield an evocative blend of Irish, Scottish, American Folk, and Old-Timey music produced with his trademark, multi-layered violin sound. Most of the tunes are backed by Art Edelstein, who uses a Celtic-based, open-tuned guitar style and an Irish bouzouki to accentuate the traditional influences in these songs.

"Lilting and dreamy, light yet emotional, swirling and soaring." -1997 letter to Quartz

"Lighter than Fancy is a loving celebration of -and addition to-traditional tunesmithery." -Pam Polston, Seven Days