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Author: Marilyn Lester

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Ivie Anderson

Anderson’s vocals were noted for her timing, distinctive jazz phrasing, scatting ability, and genuine emotion.

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Peggy Lee

America’s most popular and successful vocalists.

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Curtis Stigers: Gentleman

A very personal reflection of the range of emotion only a mature man who’s been through it all can express.

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George Avakian

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Beegie Adair and Monica Ramey

Swinging at full tilt and dispensing splendid good cheer.

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The Lineup with Susie Mosher

Cross Carol Burnett with the comedic Kaye Ballard, and add a dash of Ed Sullivan and the result is bound to be singer-actress-emcee Susie Mosher.

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Melinda Rose Rodriguez

Rodriguez has a clear, bright tone—a quality reminiscent of Jane Monheit.

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Tovah Feldshuh: Aging Is Optional

One of the delightfully quirky cabarets she’s known for.

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Beth Leavel: It’s Not About Me

Leavel is one of those brassy, belting Broadway broads.

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Norm Lewis: Naughty and Nice

A merry musical sleigh ride.

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Peter Leavy’s 95th Birthday Celebration

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