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 | Title : Live in Paris
Author : Diana Krall
Release Date : 20021001
Binding : Audio CD
Regular Price : $18.98
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Editorial Reviews :
Recorded at the historic Olympia Theatre in Paris in November 2001, this is Diana Krall's first live album. Backed by her quicksilver combo of bassist John Clayton, drummer Jeff Hamilton, and guitarist John Pisano (on some tracks), Krall's jazz heritage comes through loud and clear on this program of standards, ballads, and bossa novas. On Peggy Lee's 'I Love Being Here with You,' Bob Dorough's 'Devil May Care,' and Frank Sinatra's 'Fly Me to the Moon,' Krall's snappy, postbop piano playing shows off her debt to Nat 'King' Cole and Jimmy Rowles. Her cool contralto vocals are illuminated by the Orchestre Symphonique Europeen, under the direction of Alan Broadbent, as well as the London Symphony Orchestra, led by conductor Claus Ogerman. Krall's deep take on Joni Mitchell's 'A Case of You' is a great choice for an encore, and the CD concludes with Billy Joel's 'Just the Way You Are' (a studio track from a film called The Guru), with tenor saxophonist Michael Brecker and bassist Christian McBride. This collection only hints at what Diana Krall has to offer in the future.
Buyer Reviews :
After spending the past few weeks listening to her other releases I own, it's apparent to me that Diana Krall's 'Live in Paris' highlights several qualities which aren't as noticeable on the other albums. For one, her voice is fuller, huskier, and shows a greater dynamic range here than on many of her studio-recorded tracks. In addition, the more open arrangements which come with a live gig allow her jazz piano skills to shine in ways not often heard on the albums. Finally, the rhythmic variations she displays with her voice and fingers throughout the performance aren't utilized much on her earlier albums.
After listening through the album several times, my personal faves are 'The Look of Love,' 'Maybe You'll Be There,' and 'A Case of You.' I don't care much for the version of 'Just the Way You Are' included here. Though it's included as a bonus track, its polished smooth-jazz/pop sound doesn't fit well with the jazzy, more open and engaging tracks which precede it.
All in all, if you've seen Ms. Krall live (I saw her in D.C. in April) I heartily recommend this CD - it'll bring back what makes evenings with her so memorable. And if you haven't seen her live, this CD will make you want to.
(by A music fan)
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