Peggy Lee Tribute-
Stacy Sullivan’s tribute to Miss Peggy Lee is a journey of discovery…through the extraordinary musical legacy of Peggy Lee and the personal struggles of a woman whose voice captivated millions. The classic songs, intricate rhythms, and exquisite arrangements that defined her career are elegantly portrayed in this loving homage, created with seasoned jazz master Jon Weber. Experience her rise from a tragic childhood on the isolated plains of North Dakota to the elite company of legends, becoming one of the first and most successful female singer/songwriters in history.
“Sly and subtle, Stacy Sullivan, like Peggy Lee, is a master of suggestion. There’s a wink in her voice, and when you hear her on this gorgeous, intimately swinging album, you know that wink is meant only for you.”
– David Hajdu, Music Critic, “The New Republic”
her blond long hair caressing her shoulders, Stacy Sullivan, the seventh sibling in the multi-
talented Sullivan family, has never been better than she is in her ‘A Tribute to Miss Peggy Lee.’ Sullivan is a revelation. Watch for a repeat engagement of this show! It will be a contender for every award this year.
“With Joe Regan, Jr., “Times Square Chronicles”
“Stacy Sullivan is a consummate swinger in the jazz idiom – she sings with effortless ease and joy, puts the audience totally at ease with her charm and style. She won our audience totally, and got a standing ovation, which doesn’t happen often. They couldn’t wait to buy her CDs after the show.”
Ronny Whyte, “Midtown Jazz at Midday”
“Stacy Sullivan’s Tribute to Ms. Peggy Lee is irresistible with fresh and courageous takes on Lee’s famous canon. So much so that when Lee’s grand-daughter attended a performance of the show here at Boston Court Performing Arts Center, Stacy was asked to bring the show to Peggy’s
home for the opening of the Peggy Lee Museum in Wimbledon, North Dakota. Stacy wowed her old fans and won over many new ones in her two packed performances here.”
Michael Seel, Executive Director, “Boston Court Performing Arts Center”
“I enjoyed every minute of Stacy Sullivan’s tribute to my grandmother, Peggy Lee. I was impressed how Stacy and her wonderful musicians put their own unique spin on each song and stayed away from any sort of imitation. From the thoughtful song selection (with some hidden gems) and the creative arrangements, I found myself listening to the songs as if hearing them for the ?rst time. Though the show focuses on the music of Peggy Lee, it’s really Stacy’s show, and that of her musicians Jon Weber, Steve Doyle, and Bucky Pizzarelli. I appreciated all of the ways in which they made the songs their own, and yet, in each note I could feel their passion for the music and their deep appreciation for my grandmother. I know that my grandmother would be thrilled, as I am, that Stacy is introducing Peggy’s music to new audiences as well as giving Peggy’s fans a chance to once again hear these great songs. ”
Holly Foster Wells,Vice President, Peggy Lee Associates, LLC
“The uniqueness of Peggy Lee captured in a tribute show? Yes, indeed!”
Scott Barbarino – “Nightlife Exchange”
“This show is inspiring and the storytelling grace of Ms. Sullivan is sensational. One could talk about the brilliance of the musical director and pianist, Jon Weber, and the soulful passion of the bass player, Steve Doyle. One could even mention the beauty and poise of Ms. Sullivan and her stage presence. One could do that or one could talk about the sheer talent and power that Ms. Sullivan shares with her audience – an audience that is caressed and embraced with an energy that transcends mere talent and soars to the heights of healing those in her presence. That is what Ms. Sullivan achieves. She reaches out with her life energy and shares it with each individual.”
Russ Weatherford, Times Square Chronicles
“I have been a lifelong Peggy Lee fan. Now, I am also a Stacy Sullivan fan. On what would have been her 92nd birthday, singer/songwriter Peggy Lee was honored last night at The Stage at
Island Park in Fargo. Stacy and Company brought their ‘Tribute to Miss Peggy Lee’ from NY to Fargo and the night before to Jamestown. It’s a flat out terrific show. Over the famous Fever
bass line, Sullivan quietly sings Irving Berlin’s Cheek to Cheek. The affect is dazzling and as close as she gets to singing Miss Lee’s signature song. Unlike other tribute shows, hers is not a collection of Peggy Lee hits. In the show, Sullivan sings only the Peggy Lee songs that add to the telling of her life story.”
Terry Dullum, “The Dullum File”
“Patter is minimal, illustrative and effective. Anecdotes ?t. Warmth is palpable. Sullivan’s delivery is silky, but strong, stylish and cooool. A hint of stage whisper and the slightest growl immediately evokes Lee, but make no mistake, this is not an imitative show, it’s an interpretive one. She’s almost motionless in her poise, focused on the truth of each song. When
her arm rises it’s as though thoughts need to expand. “Hey There” you with the stars in your eyes (Richard Adler/Jerry Ross), ?lled with looping, sustained notes, intoxicates. Completely original. Arrangements are impeccable. Though the songs are sheer Lee, Sullivan deftly applies her own stamp. Sullivan is in command, and having a helluva time.”
Alix Cohen, “Woman Around Town”
“I’ve long been a fan of Stacy Sullivan, but I don’t think I’ve ever seen her quite so free-spirited, so radiantly in love with performing. To complete the picture, Stacy Sullivan possesses the musicianship and vocal chops to do both Peggy Lee and the
material justice.
Sullivan delivers an exquisitely delicate reading of Meredith Wilson’s ‘Till There Was You,’ and her brooding, introspective rendition of ‘Johnny Guitar’ is superb.
Another level on which the evening works is theatrical, i.e., as a show. One aspect of this dimension is the evening’s high entertainment quotient- an accomplishment that took a high
degree of imagination to conceive and interpretive skill to pull off. Thinking back on the show as I’m writing this has made me yearn to see it again. What a wonderful thing to be able to say.”
Roy Sander, “Bistro Awards”
“Stacy Sullivan sings her Peggy Lee Tribute wonderfully, with lush ‘in the zone’ tones. Beyond the blonde bond, shared grace unites these ladies.”
Rob Lester, “Cabaret Scenes Magazine”
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