Jane Scheckter: I’ll Take Romance
Vocals surround listeners with warmth, and the arrangements by pianist Tedd Firth are graceful, rich, and collaborative.
Jason Henderson: Getting to Noël You
His fine light tenor and perfect enunciation were coupled with his excellent acting ability.
Elizabeth Inghram & Joanna Parson: Not Helpful: Pretty Songs and Feminine Harms
A delightful exploration of the quite awful portrayals of women in pop culture.
KT Sullivan & Mark Nadler: Thanks for the Memory: 25 Years of Duets
Celebrated 25 years of their duo-ship.
KT Sullivan: I Can Cook: When Barbara Met Wally
Sullivan’s lovely soprano sound is reminiscent of Cook’s.
Shana Farr: It’s Not Where You Start: The Songbook of Barbara Cook
Farr, sleek and elegant, presents a remarkable journey through Cook’s life.
Michael Feinstein with Lorna Luft: A Salute to Judy Garland
Michael Feinstein is the finest ambassador and steward of the Great American Songbook.
Alan Cumming: Sings Sappy Songs
Cumming’s show was a smash, with perfect amounts of talent, musicality, charm and humor.