Tasteful vocal album with a modernistic piano trio
niwashi-online | Davis, CA United States | 12/09/2000
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Among over 300 Jazz albums I listened to recently, Shelley Burns' "In Our Own Time" turned out to be one of the best. It is very well balanced with uptempo swing and beautiful ballads, old favorites and originals. The vocalist Shelley Burns handles all of them with her matured voice, technique and impeccable style. Burns is a versatile entertainer with somewhat commical touch on stage, but this album seems to focus more on her philosophical and romantic side. And the pianist, Bob Fylling's original compositions are all exquisite and his arrangements on standards are extraordinary. Other sidemen including the young talent Ryan Coughran on clarinet are worth checking out, too. Overall, it is an enjoyable album for all kinds of Jazz fans."