Home » Search Center » Results: Barbara Montgomery

Results for "Barbara Montgomery"

Advanced search options

119

Article: Album Review

Barbara Montgomery: Trinity

Read "Trinity" reviewed by Michael P. Gladstone


Trinity is a very dramatic and theatrical effort that thematically strives to present all aspects of the human spirit, both positive and negative. Singer Barbara Montgomery has a dramatic and theatrical presentation, and her smoky voice is a fine way to deliver her messages on many of these mournful songs. One can easily describe her as ...

Album

Little Sunflower

Label: Mr. Bean & Bumpy Music
Released: 2002
Track listing: An Illusion; E-mail Blues; As the Sun (Little Sunflower); Idle Moments; Armando's Rhumba; You're Always in My Space; When We First Met; Web of Glass; Vox Barbara

144

Article: Album Review

Barbara Montgomery: Little Sunflower

Read "Little Sunflower" reviewed by Dave Nathan


With just two exceptions, Barbara Montgomery's new album relies entirely on her own compositions, many of which she collaborated on with her long time accompanist Barry Sames. The two exceptions are carry overs from her previous album Dakini Land which paid tribute to the compositions of Chick Corea and Neville Potter. The purpose of this album ...

Album

Dakini Land

Label: Mr. Bean & Bumpy Music
Released: 2001
Track listing: What Game Shall We Play Today; The Reason Why (Porqu

202

Article: Album Review

Barbara Montgomery: Dakini Land

Read "Dakini Land" reviewed by Dave Nathan


Barbara Montgomery, who has embraced Buddhism, takes the music and words of Chick Corea written mostly with Corea's long time collaborator Neville Potter, as well as her originals, and turns them into not only a tribute to Corea, but an exultation of a place in the Buddhist tradition, Dakini Land, a place in time that celebrates ...

142

Article: Album Review

Barbara Montgomery: Dakini Land

Read "Dakini Land" reviewed by AAJ Staff


Barbara Montgomery’s recordings may not be retailed in vast quantities, and thus they may not be immediately available to listeners who enjoy enlightening jazz singing. But her latest recording, Dakini Land, is worth seeking. Perhaps suffering the ironic plight of Diana Krall--that is, that her physical appeal distracts from the perception of her inherent vocal talent--Montgomery ...

133

Article: Album Review

Barbara Montgomery: Dakini Land

Read "Dakini Land" reviewed by Jim Santella


A tribute to Chick Corea, Barbara Montgomery's latest album surrounds her rich voice with a cast of veteran artists. Pianists “Father John" D'Amico and Barry Sames carry out their duties admirably, honoring Corea without copying. Six of his compositions are explored on this session, while several Montgomery & Sames collaborations honor the pianist with echoes of ...

Album

Ask Me Now

Label: Mr. Bean & Bumpy Music
Released: 2000

98

Article: Album Review

Barbara Montgomery: Ask Me Now

Read "Ask Me Now" reviewed by Randy McElligott


One listen to Barbara Montgomery's voice and I guarantee you will fall in love all over again. This outing is perfect for late night listening. Barbara not only entertains us with her deep, husky warm voice, but her phrasing and ability to convey a mood is displayed throughout all ten selections. Her band supports her with ...


Engage

Contest Giveaways
Enter our latest contest giveaway sponsored by Musicians Performance Trust Fund
Polls & Surveys
Vote for your favorite musicians and participate in our brief surveys.

Get more of a good thing!

Our weekly newsletter highlights our top stories, our special offers, and upcoming jazz events near you.