Tony Bennett & Bill Evans- The Legendary Recordings at Mahwah Public Library

TONY BENNETT & BILL EVANS - The Legendary Recordings”
by Tony Corrao and the Joel Zelnik Trio

In 1975, Tony Bennett collaborated with the legendary pianist Bill Evans to create an unforgettable masterpiece in the world of jazz. The two albums feature an unusual yet beautiful repertoire that excludes the usual suspects like Gershwin, Ellington, and blues. Instead, they mostly comprise songs associated with great female singers such as Mabel Mercer and Billie Holiday. Additionally, the album features Bill Evans' own "Waltz for Debby" with Gene Lees' lyrics. The result is a timeless collection of jazz that continues to captivate audiences across generations....

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TONY BENNETT & BILL EVANS - The Legendary Recordings”
by Tony Corrao and the Joel Zelnik Trio

In 1975, Tony Bennett collaborated with the legendary pianist Bill Evans to create an unforgettable masterpiece in the world of jazz. The two albums feature an unusual yet beautiful repertoire that excludes the usual suspects like Gershwin, Ellington, and blues. Instead, they mostly comprise songs associated with great female singers such as Mabel Mercer and Billie Holiday. Additionally, the album features Bill Evans' own "Waltz for Debby" with Gene Lees' lyrics. The result is a timeless collection of jazz that continues to captivate audiences across generations.

Tony Corrao is a vocalist, born & raised in Brooklyn NY. An outstanding song stylist, Tony was the first place winner in the Hoboken Sinatra Centennial.

The Joel Zelnik Trio performs their tribute to jazz legend Bill Evans at various venues across the country. As a contemporary of Evans, Zelnik has been entertaining audiences for over five decades and has even performed for five US Presidents. With his extensive experience as a bandleader, Zelnik and his trio are sure to deliver a performance that captures the essence of Evans' music and legacy. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the magic of Bill Evans through the Joel Zelnik Trio.

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