Karen Akers: Feels Like Home
The show brimmed with anxious awareness and determined hope.
John Abernathy: Life Is a Celebration
I would be remiss if I didn’t mention Abernathy’s beautiful resonant tenor; its warm timbre added luster to each of his offerings.
Klea Blackhurst: Everything That Traffic Will Allow
Blackhurst’s voice was thrilling in the way Merman’s was; it was clear, stentorian, and honest.
Lorna Dallas: Snapshots
Luminous! A truly splendid evening of musical and emotional highlights.
Chicago-Paris Cabaret Connexion: 2024 Concert Festival—A Taste of Paris in Chicago
A recap of the 2024 Chicago-Paris Cabaret Connexion
Tracy Stark: Inspirations
Stark’s voice was strong and perfect; she blew me away.
Perry Ojeda: The Songs of Comden and Green
Possesses a gorgeous Broadway baritone.
Sue Matsuki: The Gals That Make Me Sing
She has the range to keep us interested in her songs and stories, but she never got caught up in vocal prowess for its own sake.

