Say It Isn't So

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Claire Martin & Richard Rodney Bennett
Say It Isn't So

[ Linn / CD ]

Release Date: Monday 9 May 2011

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Witchcraft is the result of the dynamic collaboration between Claire Martin and Richard Rodney Bennett. This album contains a thoughtful selection of songs from the Cy Coleman songbook. Together, this collection weaves together the opposing talents of the sultry jazz sensation Claire Martin and the polished, savvy keyboard skills and compositional insight of Richard Rodney Bennett. Martin's strength as one of the best interpreters of the Great American Songbook shines through in this recording. The smoky elegance of her vocal sculpts itself around the smooth flowing textures of the piano accompaniment and the occasional vocal repartee of Bennett. The result of this established partnership is mesmerising music that takes you back to a wonderful Say It Isn't So is a joyful celebration; both of the impeccably crafted songs of Irving Berlin and of the unique partnership between two seasoned performers at the top of their game: Claire Martin and the late Richard Rodney Bennett. nd simpler time of yesteryear. .

One of The 10 Best Albums of 2013 - The Telegraph: 'This collection of Irving Berlin songs has deliciously deft numbers like Shakin' the Blues Away, and witty ones like He Ain't got Rhythm (where Rodney Bennett's quavering tenor is just as satisfying in its way as Martin's rich, lingering contralto).'

Tracks:

Steppin' Out
Change Partners
Get Thee Behind Me Satan/I Got Lost in His Arms
He Ain't Got Rhythm
Love You Didn't Do Right By Me
How Deep is the Ocean
Lonely Heart
Shakin' the Blues Away/Blue Skies
Better Luck Next Time
Say It Isn't So
What'll I Do?
Waiting at the End of the Road