Tricia Belan - Mellow (2004)

"Mellow" is so named because of the smooth vocals and nuances, enhanced by George Melvin's incredible keyboard work. What started out as a lark - a recording of a few songs as a Christmas gift for her mother - is now "quite suitable background music for a dinner party."

Singing in a fundraiser concert with jazz keyboardist George Melvin reawakened Tricia's fondness for easy-listening jazz, which she thought she'd left behind ('way in the last century) with college jazz choir. Most of Tricia's performances since college have been cabaret-style concerts to raise funds for various organizations, and musical and comedy productions at a local theater.

Review:
This is a great dinner party album. The tunes range from the 40's to the 80's or 90's, but all are beautiful. Tricia's voice is versatile and mellifluous -- and what a range! This is a good one to have in every CD library. --amazon.com

I just loved the mix of songs on this CD -- everything from the 1940's to a Barry Manilow song that I had almost forgotten about from the 1980's. All are performed beautifully with the singer's easy-going, smooth voice and a well-balanced background. This CD is a perfect choice for a night by the fire with a good glass of wine! --cdbaby.com