DIGIPACK EDITION

Cheryl Bentyne's The Gershwin Songbook is among the best vocal albums of 2010. A member of The Manhattan Transfer since 1979, she frequently strikes out on her own to record, and has released eight albums in the past two decades. Pianist Corey Allen is essential to the album's success. Along with another pianist, Ted Howe, he turns out delightfully creative arrangements that are not "by the book" interpretations.

The guest artists are also big factors in giving the recording its distinctive flavor: impeccable clarinetist Ken Peplowski, who shines throughout; flautist Peter Gordon; and guitarist Larry Koonse, in particular a standout on rhythm guitar. -  LARRY TAYLOR,  (All About Jazz)

PERSONNEL:

CHERYL BENTYNE, lead vocal
COREY ALLE, TED HOWE, piano
KEVIN AXT, bass
DAVE TULL, drums, percussion
LARRY KOONSE, guitar
PETER GORDON, flute

SPECIAL GUESTS:

KEN PEPLOWSKI, clarinet
MARK WINKLER, vocal

Valley Village, California February 1, 2 & 9, 2010

TRACKS:

01. Fascinating Rhythm/I Got Rhythm
02. Love Is Here to Stay
03. Isn't It a Pity
04. Summertime
05. A Foggy Day (in London Town)
06. (Oh Sweet and Lovely) Lady Be Good
07. Someone to Watch Over Me
08. How Long Has This Been Going On
09. The Man I Love
10. I've Got a Crush On You
11. But Not for Me
12. Let's Call the Whole Thing Off
13. Nice Work If You Can Get It
14. S'wonderful