Janet Mudge, Andy Reiss - Tenderly The Nashville Sessions (2018)

Though new to the jazz scene - I've been singing my entire life. My mother would say that even as a 2 year-old, I could carry a tune. This cherished sentiment has stayed deep in my heart and has provided continual encouragement to pursue my musical dreams. Throughout my years of singing, people had asked if I'd made any recordings. I can now respond emphatically- "yes!"!

So why Nashville? Why not, I said! Though residing in Seattle - I decided to celebrate a "significant" birthday by gifting myself with this amazing recording experience in the most musical place on earth. And what an experience... Music City delivered memories, music and friendships to last a lifetime. I was blessed beyond all measure to have recorded at this palace of a studio - Audio 51, owned by Crystal Gayle and Bill Gatzimos. I am eternally grateful to these lovely people - and to their son, Christos Gatzimos who engineered the magic. I was made to feel at home and practically family by their graciousness and hospitality. None of this would've happened if not for my amazing producer, Andy Reiss. I couldn't been more pleased to be under his skillful and creative direction; the band that he put together was unbelievable---the dream band of Chris Walters on piano, Roger Spencer on bass, and Chris Brown on drums. What a joy! My heart is filled with gratitude. I do hope you will enjoy hearing my take on these fabulous melodies... thank you!