Esperanza Spalding

"The freshness and excitement of her approach have led to her being called called the New Hope For Jazz - The New Yorker.

"Rather than covering another of the singer/composer's tunes on Chamber Music Society, Spalding recruits Nascimento to perform on her own "Apple Blossoms." It's but one example of a highly intriguing set that blends her classical training with jazz, pop and soul tendencies... Also worth a few more spins are "Wild Is The Wind" and the closing "Short and Sweet," both demonstrating that Spalding will certainly be the inspiration for many music students, scholars and fans for years to come." - All About Jazz..

Personnel:

ESPERANZA SPALDING, vocals, acoustic bass)