The cabaret singer/pianist
Bobby Short is teamed with the
Howard Alden-
Dan Barrett Quintet for this pleasing set. The band actually sounds overly gentle, failing to really push
Short and not showing much individuality. However this is one of
Short's more jazz-oriented sessions and, even if he doesn't swing much, his vocals are good-natured and the standards he interprets are superior. Recommended for
Bobby Short's many fans. ~ Scott Yanow