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The Andersons and their band are masters at this art of spinning new interpretations on older melodies revealing the music's timeless appeal.

The Brazilian pianist is a master of infusing improvisational virtuosity into the spirit of a song, whether's it's by Jobim or The Doors, an original, or a Broadway classic from 'Man of La Mancha.'

The Brazilian jazz pianist goes full-tilt from the start, with dense and intense rhythms, indeed a florid, Lisztian intricacy, on "To Each His Dulcinea." One listen to Elias's substitutions on the theme and you know she's playing with a full quiver of creativity as well as a twinkle in her eye.

Legendary performer Tony Bennett received the prize for his lifetime contributions as an interpreter of America's songbook.

The Irish-French chanteuse strikes a teetering balance between a kaleidoscope of rocky personal emotional and an homage to a great inspiration.

Calabria Foti's stylized vocals amplify the introspective arc of Cole Porter's signature pieces.

'Side Hustle' has tracks that could come straight out of a musical.

'Bright Star,' as the cast recording makes clear, is Carmen Cusack’s show and she makes the most of it.

Opera star releases new crossover album.

This 'Waitress,' in addition to being a good album on its own, makes me want to see the show. And that's saying something. On this album, the pop songstress sings songs from her new musical herself (with a little help from Jason Mraz). 'Waitress' the musical opens on Broadway in the spring of 2016.