Eric Comstock: Downton Abbey Road: The Best of Britain
Comstock happens to be a terrific storyteller and a nuanced wit.
Laura Ellis: Jazz in the Shadows—Songs of Film Noir
The beguiling Ellis channels the atmosphere and dark themes of the music.
Claudia Koval: With Heart and Soul: A Dedication to My Mother
The strongest and most original performance on the album is “The Shadow of Your Smile.”
Broadway by the Year: The Broadway Musicals of 1966-1990
Scott Siegel gathered an extraordinary cast all backed by the band headed by music director Ross Patterson.
Claudia Koval: A Journey Over 50 Years of Great Music
Claudia Koval has a smooth, creamy voice that lends itself well to singing standards—with delicate delivery featuring gentle jazz licks, precise enunciation and a slight quaver in her voice that adds to the emotional arc of each song.