Orna

Orna: The Very Thought Of You

by Jim Santella
March 2, 2003

The South African-born vocalist Orna, carrying a distinctive lightness in her highly accurate vocal delivery, sits down with Brian Bromberg and a stellar ensemble for a session that revels in its simplicity. Favoring a light samba lilt and surrounded, in part, by synth strings, the persuasive singer gives pause to one of those rainy days we’ve been dreaming of. Her debut stands apart as an album just made for kicking back and takin’ the afternoon off. The title track brings ...

A440 Music Releases Orna's "The Very Thought Of You" on February 18, 2003

Source: All About Jazz
December 9, 2002

Combining her natural flair for American jazz and affinity for Brazilian samba, Orna strikes a beguiling pose on The Very Thought Of You. Produced by bassist Brian Bromberg, Orna's debut for A440 MusicGroup (Street date: February 18) highlights the South African-born vocal discovery in a program of familiar jazz standards revamped in a contemporary mode.

Accompanied by Bromberg along with pianist Tom Zink and drummer Chris Wabich from her regular working trio, Orna distinguishes herself as a confident, swinging, eminently ...
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