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Ann Hampton Callaway: Jazz Goes to the Movies

A first-rate musician, imaginative and sophisticated.

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Kathleen Turner: Finding My Voice

It was great to see Turner back on the stage.

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Michael Feinstein’s Standard Time: Harold Arlen: The World on a String

Feinstein’s talents are once again manifest in spades.

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28th NY Cabaret Convention: Hoagy Carmichael & Richard Whiting

Celebrating Hoagy Carmichael & Richard Whiting.

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Neile Adams: An Evening with Neile Adams

Gratifying.

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Laura Freeman & Jeff Dean: The Heart and Soul of Hoagy Carmichael

Engaging!

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Dawn Derow: My Ship: Songs from 1941

Her vocal control and phrasing abet her presentation.

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Laura Ainsworth: New Vintage

A relaxed style and a pliable soprano voice

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Sept. 21: Rondi Charleston

A fine vocalist.

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Josephine Sanges: Finding Beauty CD Release

She’s the genuine article.

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