Sophisticated Ladies
Devoid of swing from the top hat down––lacking not only that feeling of jazz but the genius of the one-and-only Duke Ellington.
Tom Culver: Tom Culver at Duke’s Place-The Songs of Duke Ellington
This is an appealing, low key CD performed with respect and finesse.
Tanya Moberly: Tanya Moberly Sings the Blues
Tanya Moberly does R & B as naturally as some vocalists breathe.
Maye Cavallaro: Empress Theatre
Maye Cavallaro is a well-kept jazz secret here in the Bay Area due to her limited performance schedule, but based on her considerable concert skills, she should get out more often.