Marina Pacowski’s Jazz Standards, Vol. 7: The Music of Carl Saunders is a heartfelt and sophisticated tribute that reveals her graceful vocal charm and pianistic finesse. Joined by the talented Roy McCurdy on drums, John Clayton and Ken Wild on bass, Josh Nelson on piano, Rickey Woodard on saxophones, Ron Stout on trumpet, Larry Koonse on guitar, Scott Whitfield on trombone, along […]
Marina Pacowski’s Jazz Standards, Vol. 7: The Music of Carl Saunders is a heartfelt and sophisticated tribute that reveals her graceful vocal charm and pianistic finesse. Joined by the talented Roy McCurdy on drums, John Clayton and Ken Wild on bass, Josh Nelson on piano, Rickey Woodard on saxophones, Ron Stout on trumpet, Larry Koonse on guitar, Scott Whitfield on trombone, along with special guests John Proulx on vocals and Ken Peplowski on clarinet, she animates Saunders’ complex melodies with warmth, swing, and intelligent phrasing. Navigating brisk upbeat numbers with crisp scatting or delivering tender ballads with emotional resonance, Pacowski impresses. This a beautifully rendered homage to Saunders that honors his legacy and shines more light on the singer’s elegant artistry.
