Concert uit 1994 van de toen 77-jarige zangeres, die in mei 2010 overleden is. "The sentiment that comes embedded in Lena Horne's classy 1994 concert performance at the Supper Club in New York, is enough to carry the show all by itself. Her magnetic personality gives the performance a full charge of passion that's complemented by her convincing vocal expressions. She's a born communicator. Most of the program is performed with her regular backing quintet; five numbers are performed with The Count Basie Orchestra. Both a Duke Ellington medley and her Cole Porter medley stand out for their comfortable texture and caring attitude. The Count Basie Orchestra performs "April in Paris" and "Jumpin' at the Woodside" as instrumental arrangements with all the usual trimmings. They were in fine form for this event, and both arrangements offer superb ensemble counterpoint as well as thrilling solo opportunities." (Jim Santella, All About Jazz; klik op link voor complete tekst)
Zelfs op z'n 70-ste bleef Tormé jongensachtig klinken, zo blijkt uit deze 'late' opname met het trio van pianist Mike Renzi. "This was singer Mel Tormé's last recording before he was stricken with a serious stroke. Remarkably, Tormé had gradually improved both as a singer and as a jazz improviser all throughout his sixties (his voice was in phenomenal shape), and he is heard on this live set in peak form despite being 70. Joined by his regular trio (pianist Mike Renzi, bassist John Leitham, and drummer Donny Osborne), Tormé performs a typical swing-oriented program that includes a Benny Goodman medley, a memorable rendition of "A Nightingale Sang in Berkeley Square" (he could hold notes on ballads endlessly without wavering), a heated "Pick Yourself Up," and a tribute to the then recently deceased Ella Fitzgerald on "Oh, Lady Be Good," among other numbers. Ironically, Tormé concluded what may be his final recording with a touching rendition of "Ev'ry Time We Say Goodbye."" (Scott Yanow, Allmusic)
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