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“The
positive and lightly quavering sound of Kate McGarry’s voice doesn’t send up
any flares identifying her as a Jazz singer. But she certainly deserves that
distinction ….”
- Nat Chinen, The New York Times
"...evocative lyricism, superb control
and ample vocal and emotive range. Her voice would be iconic in any
genre."
- Gary Fukushima – L.A.
“She is developing into one of the most
dependable and refreshing singers in jazz"
- Bob Karlovits, The Pittsburgh
Someone should tell vocalists today—at least
the ones we see on those TV talent hunts—that singing doesn't have to be some
exercise in screaming self-annihilation, that beauty and style is more about
composure and command. You could tell them, or you can hip them to … Kate
McGarry.
- Mark Corroto, Allaboutjazz
If you are not familiar with Kate
McGarry’s brilliant Jazz vocalizations, her singing on the following video will
serve as a proper introduction.
On it, Kate sings Smoking My Sad Cigarette which was
arranged by Gil Evans in 1957 and has never been previously recorded. She is
joined by The Gil Evans Centennial Project Orchestra under the direction of
Ryan Truesdell.
You can find out more about Kate
and her forthcoming appearances on her website:
