(Review by Ann Alex)
This is not an easy CD
to review because it is simply so good that there’s not much to say except
‘listen to it for yourself’. Claudia
Morris has a sweet pure toned-voice with excellent diction, you’ll be able to
hear every word. She doesn't imitate
Doris Day but has her own distinctive style and she sings in ‘English’, that
is, without any trace of Americanisms, which emphasises the universal quality
of the songs.The musicians are
more than up to the task; they have short solos as the emphasis is on the
singing.
My favourite track is
the most minimalist one: I’ll Never Stop
Loving You – try listening to this without a tear in your eye; it’s just a
single chorus of voice, piano and emotional truth. This track is wisely followed by an upbeat I’ve Got The Sun In The Morning, showing
a sensible track order, for people who listen to CDs straight through. The
first track, Sentimental Journey, is
typical of the whole CD, it opens with voice and light drums, has piano and
guitar solos, call and response between voice and guitar, and a little tasteful
scat added to the mix. Other tracks
include Orange Coloured Sky;
The CD, due for release
in September, actually showcases songs from a new musical play, Secret
Love, which is set to tour the UK
Ann Alex.
PS: Worth adding to your Xmas list
PS: Worth adding to your Xmas list
1 comment :
Love the line in Shanghai (first DD record I ever bought)
"Why don't you stop me when I talk about Shanghai,
I'm even allergic to rice!"
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