...Bridgewater sings and scats with a rhapsodic gusto that lovingly gives Fitzgerald her due. -Down Beat
Bridgewater's heartfelt tribute to Ella Fitzgerald is a resounding testament not only to the legendary jazz vocal icon, but also to Bridgewater's own faithful singing style, rich [more]
Ann Hampton Callaway came to jazz through a background in cabaret. The rich-voiced alto has a touch of vibrato which she uses effectively. With a fine rhythm section consisting of [more]
A promising young tenor saxophonist, Teodross Avery made his recording debut as a leader on GRP when he was a few days short of turning 21. He had studied classical guitar when he was ten, switched to alto at 13, and a few years later took up the tenor. Avery studied with Joe Henderson, attended Berklee, and soon was leading his own group. In 1993, he appeared on a Carl Allen record and then utilized his quartet on his GRP debut. ~ Scott Yanow, All Music Guide