Jackie Messina - Necessary Arrangements (2011)

Original arrangements breathe new life into an unusual choice of jazz standards sung with charm, wit, and authenticity. Vibrant solos by Bruce Barth, piano, Will Galison, harmonica, Paul Beaudry and Ed Howard, bass.

Jackie Messina breezes her way through thirteen songbook gems with sexy panache and a wink in her eye. Her tasteful re-imaginings of the melodies we know and love are both logical and magical. Backed by a stellar ensemble, Jackie swings lightly inside smart arrangements that perfectly highlight each story as well as her lovely voice. ~ Amy London