At one point in 1990, two
Harry Connick, Jr. albums were released almost simultaneously, an instrumental outing with his trio (
Lofty's Roach Souffle) and this vocal-oriented album. Oddly enough
We Are in Love is the more successful of the two.
Connick's vocals, while limited, are personable, guitarist
Russell Malone gets in some short solos and
Branford Marsalis makes two strong guest appearances (one apiece on tenor and soprano). Most selections utilize an orchestra and, although
Connick is heard on piano, the emphasis is on his voice. He contributed most of the tunes but the high points are the two standards "A Nightingale Sang in Berkeley Square" and "It's Alright with Me." ~ Scott Yanow