Live With Orchestra & Special Guests (2006)

"Trumpet player Botti doesn't mess with his formula for success. This show is never anything less than a classy, black-tie affair - not just in terms of sartorial splendor, but musically as well. While Botti certainly doesn't take any risks with his chosen catalog of fail-safe classics - "Someone to Watch Over Me," "Pennies From Heaven," "Are You Lonesome Tonight?" - he also never fails to deliver anything but flawless, gorgeous renditions. Simply put, his musicianship is breathtaking in its purity and cleanliness. Sting shows up to offer polite accompaniment on two numbers, including a humorous take on "My Funny Valentine," while the unlikely pairing of Burt Bacharach and Paula Cole surprise with inspired interpretations of "The Look of Love" and "My One and Only Love." But easily stealing the show are Jill Scott and Gladys Knight, who both bring a fire lacking in the rest of the show by infusing "Good Morning Heartache" and "Lover Man" with some welcome diva posturing." (Higdefdigest.com)