Tammy McCann with Ari Brown: Classic

Wokalistyka jazzowa
premiera polska: 2008-12-09
kontynent: Ameryka Północna
kraj: USA
opakowanie: Jewelcaseowe etui
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Editor's Info:
When asked to describe Tammy McCann's voice, saxophonist Von Freeman declared "Everyone who hears her loves her. She's a natural talent." A bold proclamation from a renowned musician, but McCann fulfills, even surpasses, claims of her vocal prowess. Following her performance at a recent Mahalia Jackson tribute, McCann obliged new found admirers with autographs and copies of her latest CD, aptly entitled "Classic." Packed with moving renditions of jazz masterpieces, "Classic" effectively reaffirms the admirable sentiment of Von Freeman and others. According to Chicago pianist Ramsey Lewis, listeners are not left aching for traditional versions of the selections on "Classic." Instead, Mr. Lewis depicts McCann as a "performer who knows how to get the most out of" a chart, by breathing "new life into [the] evergreens" of the vocal jazz tradition.
The album commences with a Latin tinged version of the Rogers and Hammerstein favorite "Happy Talk," allowing Tammy to demonstrate clarity and precision at a challenging tempo. While the tempo may relax on subsequent ballads like Nina Simone's "Black is the Color" or Billy Strayhorn's "Lush Life," the emotional intensity remains.

Tammy McCann Biography
Power and Versatility - the vocals of Chicago native Tammy McCann provdie both qualities in a variety of musical settings. Studying with Kenwood Academy's Dr. Lena Mclin throughout her youth, McCann exposed her immense vocal talents with an opera recital at the tender age of fifteen. After receiving a classical voice scholarship to Virginia Union University, McCann's resume expanded rapidly. She graced Chicagoland hotspots including Park West, Green Dolphin, and Jazz Bulls before using her multi-lingual capabilities to spread her voice across the globe. Notable appearances include endeavors with the following artists: George Duke, Von and George Freeman, Ramsey Lewis, Voices of Glory, Five Blind Boys of Alabama, Wonderbrass, and Bernie Mac.
Tammy McCann's recent release entitled "Classic" continues to please listeners with insightful, innovative renditions of eleven jazz standards. Selections range from Latin versions of "Happy Talk" and "Autumn Leaves" to emotional, piano-driven ballads like "Lush Life" and "Black is the Color of My True Love's Hair." Ramsey Lewis veterans Ari Brown (saxophones) and Ernie Adams (drums) join Dan McNaughton (bass) and Tom Vaitsas (piano) to support McCann's vocals.

muzycy:
Tammy McCann: vocal
Ari Brown: saxophones
Ernie Adams: drums
Dan McNaughton: bass
Tom Vaitsas: piano

utwory:
1 Happy Talk
2 Candy
3 Boy From Ipanema
4 Nearness of You
5 Autumn Leaves
6 Ese Domani
7 Black is the Color of my True Loves Hair
8 Lush Life
9 Cherokee
10 When I Fall in Love
11 The Masquerade is Over

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