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Binding: Audio CD EAN: 0724358025224 Label: Blue Note Records Manufacturer: Blue Note Records Number Of Discs: 1 Publisher: Blue Note Records Release Date: August 19, 2003 Sales Rank: 51315 Studio: Blue Note Records
Album Description: Following her Grammy-winning orchestral album The Calling: Celebrating Sarah Vaughan, jazz vocalist Dianne Reeves wished to return to a simpler, all-acoustic setting. So in December 2002, Reeves entered Right Track studios in New York City with legendary producer Arif Mardin (Aretha Franklin, Norah Jones) to record A Little Moonlight, an intimate collection of ten tunes featuring her touring trio: pianist Peter Martin, bassist Reuben Rogers and drummer Greg Hutchinson.
"Most of the songs are about the moment you're ready to fall in love, and the record features one of my loves, my trio-up-close and personal," says Reeves. "I've had great groups over the years, but there is really something special playing with Peter, Reuben and Greg. We've worked together for so long that sometimes all it takes is a look to make the music come alive-and this record captures the magic between us." Besides the inspired trio, the album also features appearances by trumpeter Nicholas Payton and guitarist Romero Lubambo.
Amazon.com: It's a match made in musical heaven: Dianne Reeves, the cool and collected contralto, and Arif Mardin, the esteemed producer behind the success of Chaka Khan, Aretha Franklin, and Norah Jones. Backed by a young and hungry rhythm section featuring drummer Greg Hutchinson, bassist Reuben Rogers, and pianist Peter Martin, Reeves finds herself in a straight-ahead setting where she can show off her jazz chops without compromising to pop-oriented concepts and expectations. The result is a recording of unadulterated and honest jazz in the classic sense. Her skillful blending of the best of Sarah Vaughan and Betty Carter is evident on Richard Rodger's "Loads of Love." The Brazilian guitarist Romero Lubambo adds Joe Pass strains to Cole Porter's "I Concentrate on You," while trumpeter Nichlolas Payton lend his mellow tones to Reeve's heartfelt rendition of "You Go to My Head." --Eugene Holley, Jr.
Customer Reviews
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Rating: - Dianne Reeves Singing With Grace, Elegance And Sophistication
"Dianne Reeves' superbly focused and articulate phrasing shine in this attractive new outing." ~ Don Heckman, Los Angeles Times ~
Dianne Reeves is an impressive jazz vocalist who has left an indelible mark in my own book of "Who's Who In Jazz." I have tremendously enjoyed all her recordings from my collection including this lovely CD, "A Little Moonlight" released in 2003 by Blue Note Records, a distinguished record company catering to the big names in jazz. Likewise, this album won the 2004 Grammy for "Best Jazz Vocal Album," a well-deserved recognition for Ms. Reeves, whose artistry ... Read More
Rating: - The Best Jazz Vocalsit Since Sarah Vaughan
Dianne Reeves is a great lady of jazz. This album is a testament to her great instrument. Her voice has mellowed over the years like a fine wine. My favorite cut on this project is "I'm All Smiles." Her scatting is reminiscent of my favorite jazz vocalist, Sarah Vaughan. This album is Grammy worthy.
Rating: - A Lil Moonlight Shines
Dianne Reeves has a gift for being able to take a tune and make her own without being overbearing or understated. Of course that's difference between a good singer and a great one. In my opinion, Miss Reeves is the latter. Having said that, I am mesmerized by the freshness she brings to this collection of songs. Reeves really sells the lyrics here without showing off or giving in to vocal acrobatics. From her spirited rendition of loads of love to her hauntingly beautiful cry on We'll Be Together Again Miss Reeves simply shines. If this years grammy voters put talent before commericial clout, Reeves ... Read More
Rating: - Good....but it would be excellent if it was less polished
She has a gorgeous voice...I like her early works...her recent albums (this..and her tribute to sarah Vaughan) are a little to polished... But I do recommend this CD, especially for teh song "i concentrate on You" i love how she sings it...a cross between Ella and sarah. wonderful
Rating: - New to her music
Lullaby of Broadway may be the most surprising and beautiful interpretation of a song I have ever heard. I found myself listening and understanding it for the first time as poignant. Her emotional interpretation added intellectual understanding, a real attribute for a musician. Her voice is beautiful, but still real. The whole album is satisfying and a good buy for anyone who appreciates new insights into music.
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