”Accompanying an acoustic jazz trio on most of the cuts,
Pappas has a soft, dusky voice not unlike Norah Jones’ or
Diana Krall’s. There’s a little scat singing on “Winter
Wonderland” but in general the performance is one of subtle
restraint and beauty.” - Lee Mergner, Jazz Times Magazine
“The title suggests this Boston-based jazz singer is peddling
romantic yuletide slush. Not so. That charming original song
the album is named after and secular holiday favorites like
”Let it Snow!” benefit from a lovely voice imbued with a
freshness of spirit. Not always a wholesome Santa's helper,
she flaunts a sensual side making over “Rudolph The Red-
Nosed Reindeer” as a blues. Pappas only disappoints when
she hushes up so her efficient sidemen can solo.” - Frank-
John Hadley, Downbeat Magazine
“Boston’s Krisanthi Pappas clearly has the glow of Christmas
in her sensual voice on “You and Me by the Christmas Tree”,
featuring lightly jazzy versions of standard Christmas fare
plus the original title cut. This is my choice for guests-have-
gone, children-are-asleep, fire-is-just-embers music. It’s for
you and your honey - if you’re in love this disc will get lots of
spins.” - Dr. Christmas, Gerry Grzyb, WRST-FM Radio and
Appleton Post Crescent, Oshkosh WI
“Not only is Krisanthi Pappas one of our most talented and
finest interpreters
of the Great America Songbook on the current scene, but her
lovely and
heartfelt original composition “You and Me by the Christmas
Tree” proves
that she can also write a beautiful song with the best of them!
I hope in the
future we have a chance to hear more of Krisanthi's originals
as well as all the
wonderful standards she has given us thru the years.”
Ron Della Chiesa
WGBH,Boston
WPLM, Plymouth
Krisanthi Pappas writes elegant lyrics which seem so simple
and accessible.
That’s an art in itself, to make it all seem so easy. Her vocals,
too, just pour
out like liquid sunshine. It’s a mystery why a country western
star like Bonnie
Raitt hasn’t scooped up “My Back Yard.” - Beverly Creasey,
Theater Mirror,
BACA Songwriter’s Showcase
“If you like the music of Norah Jones or Diana Krall, you are
sure to love Krisanthi!” - Steve & Bobbie Sands, Tomorrow's
Dreams Show, WATD Radio
“Among this bunch, however, two songwriters rise like cream
to the top,
whose work could and should be topping the charts. Krisanthi
Pappas’
flawless folk ballad, “My Back Yard” speaks to the inner child
in all of us, ...
later creates a hush over the room with her poignantly sung
“My Backyard”
that elicited sighs first from the audience, then a rousing
ovation. “ - John
Amodeo, Edge Boston (reviewing “Boston Sings Boston IV”)
“This delightful lady took us on a most entertaining tour of her
life through
her songs and most interesting stories. Ms. Pappas did all the
musical
arrangements for the show (she has talents to spare)... Great
vocals, great
show - I hope it returns so more New Yorkers can catch it.” -
Stu Hamstra,
Cabaret Hotline New York
“You really have a Norah Jones thing going on, or maybe she
has a Krisanthi
thing? I greatly enjoyed My Back Yard, personal and very
musical. Write
more!” - Stephen Flaherty, Tony Award winning Broadway
composer of
Ragtime, Seussical the Musical, Once On This Island
“Krisanthi Pappas is a welcome addition to Boston's jazz
scene. Her rich, dark
tone lends warmth to whatever she sings. It is a pleasure to
hear her!” -
Cheryl Bentyne of The Manhattan Transfer
“My Back Yard is a celebration of childhood with a particularly
strong original
title track.” - Bob Blumenthal, The Boston Globe
“If there were a jazz category called “Fun”, that is where ‘My
Back Yard’
belongs. Pappas’ effort solidly ensconces her among the
upper reaches of
hierarchy of current jazz singers and screams out for greater
recognition.” -
Dave Nathan, All Music Guide
“Krisanthi Pappas, who’s starring in ‘Celebratin’ Swing’ could
easily be a one-
woman show and a one-woman band too. Pappas is a jazz
and pop vocalist,
a songwriter and a skilled dancer and instrumentalist. She
opens the show
like gangbusters... With such strong collaborators and such a
talented star,
this show is a super treat!” - Ellen Brams, The Patriot Ledger
“Pappas has always possessed considerable musical talent,
and a warm,
supple voice that can accommodate a surprising range of
musical styles. She
exhibited a striking and appealing stage charisma that
resonated with inner
confidence. Using her trademark eclectic repertoire and
polished musical
skills, Pappas created a very presonal and highly entertaining
show that
offered a close look at the many sides of this varied
performer.” - John
Amodeo, Bay Windows
“Krisanthi Pappas sings up a storm!” - Buddy Moreno, WSIE
Radio, St. Louis
“A singer possessed of a good “jazz” voice — rich and
resonant.” - Peter
Coppock, WDCB Radio, Chicago
“At times Pappas’ voice seems to be tailor-made for the
intimate cabaret club
setting. But she can belt it out with the rest of them when the
occasion calls
for it. Her intonation is impeccable, as is her phrasing and
diction.” - D.
Nathan, All About Jazz
“Ms. Pappas sings extremely well, she's in tune and nicely
relaxed” - Alan
Bargebuhr, Cadence Magazine
“A fabulous recording debut by a marvelous young singer.
Krisanthi Pappas
has what it takes to interpret these classic favorites from the
Great American
Songbook. A wonderful tribute to the master George
Gershwin from a very
gifted vocalist and some first rate instrumentalists. Let's hear
more!” - Ron
Della Chiesa, Music America and The Jazz Songbook, WPLM
and WGBH, Boston
“I am enjoying the CD very much and I like your personal
tribute to The Boys.”
- Edward Jablonski, NY, Author of “The Gershwin Years”,
”Encyclopedia Of
American Music”
“Krisanthi has a rich and lovely voice!” - Eric Rawson,
Primavera Jazz, Los
Angeles
“Krisanthi Pappas really knocked me out!” - Scott McVay,
WKHR, Chagrin
Falls, Ohio
“Krisanthi's original words and music on cuts 4 and 9 are
interesting and
quite good. They deserve play for originality along with the
standards. She is
indeed a gifted artist.” - Bruce Tater, KETR Radio,
Commerce, TX
“Ms. Pappas: Excellent voice, damn good intonation, great
breath control” -
Bob Coffee, The Coffee and Jazz Radio Show, NH and VT
“I enjoyed the Krisanthi Pappas tribute album, felt she sang
jazz well. Very
nice effort.” - Lenny Mazel, Jazz Director KCME Radio,
Colorado Springs
“Krisanthi Pappas Centennial Tribute to George and Ira is
very, very, nice!” -
Jack Simpson's Jazz On The Beach, Cocoa, Florida
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