Vocalist/composer Chris McNulty mixes a collection of intriguing covers to a pair of her own impressive tunes on this Decalogue of material. Supported by the synchronized cast of Ugonna Okegwo/b, Marcus Gilmore/dr, Paul Bollenback/g, Andrei Kondokov/p, Graham Wood/key and Igor Butman/sax, McNulty uses her mature and warm voice to subtly swing through material like”Last Night When We Were Young.” And “How Little We Know.” Her vocalizing on the intro to “Jitterbug Waltz” is enticing, while her intro with simple guitar on “Glocca Morra” reveals a warm glow with hints of vulnerability. Her own “Letter to Marta” is a romantic mingle with Kondokov’s piano, while her title track closes the set with grace. Impressive and charming.
Challenge Records