Julie Budd: Songs of My Life and the Composers Who Wrote Them
Her phrasing and diction were impeccable, and her beautiful sound is still there.
America’s Sweethearts: History through Harmony
They offered a sharp, no-nonsense set.
Beetlejuice
Brightman throws his energy full force into any character he takes on, Caruso is a new talent to watch, and the cast is praiseworthy.
Elizabeth Tomboulian: Love’s in Need of Love Today
A wide range, a controlled voice with slide and scat ability, and a solid blues feel equal to her jazz chops.
Steel Burkhardt: Steel Burkhardt at Birdland
Exhibited an ease with everything he tackled.
Natalie Douglas: Tribute: Nat “King” Cole
Cole once remarked that he sang a song like he was telling a story, and Douglas’ phrasing, enunciation, and body language do the same thing for each number.

