David Klein

David Klein Quintet: My Marilyn

Read "My Marilyn" reviewed by Dave Nathan

by Dave Nathan
April 18, 2002

Although she has been gone for almost 40 years, the charisma of the star crossed Marilyn Monroe continues to fascinate new generations. Swiss saxophonist David Klein is no exception as he has prepared his tribute to Monroe on the occasion of her 75th birthday with an album of songs from her movies. He is helped by his mother, singer Miriam Klein, who has those breathy, sultry characteristics that were the hallmarks of Monroe's considerable singing talents. This album is a ...

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David Klein Quartet’s "My Marilyn", A Jazz Homage To Marilyn Monroe Now Available In The Us On Enja

Source: All About Jazz
November 20, 2001

A Huge Hit in Europe, My Marilyn Features Saxophonist Klein with Mulgrew Miller (piano), Ira Coleman (bass), Marcello Pellitteri (drums) and Miriam Klein (vocals) The David Klein Quintet’s My Marilyn (ENJA) is a heartfelt tribute to the Marilyn Monroe the star and the woman. A huge hit in Europe (selling more that 30,000 copies), My Marilyn is now available in the U.S. The CD has received acclaim from European critics and Marilyn’s friends alike. “Swiss saxophonist David Klein risks an ...
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