Customer Reviews

Liz Story

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My sister, who loves good piano music, told me about this CD. There is none of that aimless "deedle-deedling", as she calls it, which comprises so much of contemporary piano music. The sound is torchy and slightly jazzy on the old favorites, always tranquil and understated. Two tracks, "Church of Trees", and "Ana", original compositions found on previous CD's, are simply gorgeous. The whole effect is utterly satisfying. Good music for reading, relaxing, and just living. Highly recommended.

I love this CD. I would love to see Liz Story do more of the popular songs such as her selection on this CD. This is a terrific twist to relaxing piano music that is highly recognizable, yet not the usual classic slant. Love it!! More Liz, please.

Rich, melodic interpretations of 1920s and 30s standards, plus a few new pieces. Story plays the Steinway D piano beautifully. Her performances are warm and assured and a real treat to hear. Bartolo's bass is the perfect accompaniment.

These uncluttered arrangements are most welcomed. Soothing music to cleanse your soul.

So pour yourself a glass of Concord grape juice, turn down the lights, kick up your feet, lean back and relax, and hit the 'play' button on the CD. Highly recommended.

Knowing my love for popular music of the 30s-60s and especially piano artists, my 20-something daughter introduced me to Liz Story. Ms. Story's technique is exceptional and her application of it to familiar pop ballads is an irresistable combination. "Liz Story with Joel Di Bartolo" contains the most unusual, emotion evoking rendidtion of Mack the Knife that one is ever likely to hear. I am a fan for life !

I have listened to this CD hundreds, possibly thousands of times and never tire of it. It is the perfect music to sit and work to. It has a hypnotic effect without being boring or repetitive. Wonderful music for any occasion!

This is the second Liz Story cd that I have bought in this series. It is a good cd that most jazz fans will want to have in their collection. Liz has a good touch on the piano.

The main concern I have for this cd is the fact that it doesn't quite have the real good arrangements that the first cd had. The first cd that i'm talking about is the cd "My Foolish Heart". This first cd seemed to be much better than this second one. I know from experience that it is always hard to keep all your projects at the same level. You see i'm in the music buseiness and I know something about consistency.

Recommendation: I would be happy to recommend this cd.

No matter what my state of mind, I have only to listen to Liz Story with Joe Di Bartolo to become totally expanded. Old favorites are lifted to new heights through her sensitive yet dynamic interpretations played with the beautiful full round sound of her Steinway, and many creative curves thrown in by bassist Di Bartolo. How fortunate am I to have this CD. Thanks!

I heard this in a doctor's office and immediately realized it was something special. As a pianist myself, and a fan of many great, popular pianists, I feel somewhat qualified to put Liz in a very special category. I guess you could say she becomes 'part of the instrument.' Great!