Susanne Menzel & Klaus Ignatzek - Soulmates (2009)

Susanne Menzel - vocals; Klaus Ignatzek - piano; Johannes Enders - tenor sax; Jean-Louis Rassinfosse - bass; Sebastian Merk - drums. Bremen Philharmonic Strings Arranger & Conductor: Steffen Drabek.

Some of the most beautiful Gerschwin and Beatles songs presented by one of Germany’s most beautiful female jazz singers and a band of internationally known musicians plus the members of the Bremen Philharmonic Strings. There is hardly any way not to enjoy this music. While listening to this CD you will definitely be all excited with joy as the audience was on this very special night.

"...Ignatzek always succeeds in arousing his audience’s enthusiasm, thanks to his richly nuanced performance on the piano in connection with the wonderful Gershwin and Beatles compositions. Here he is
joined by the outstanding female vocalist Susanne Menzel ... If you enjoy a solid driving jazz recording performed by a dynamic group combined with gorgeous strings, 'Soulmates' should be on your playlist." ~Jazz Podium