"Mademoiselle in New York" is the captivating second album from the prodigious trumpeter Lucienne Renaudin Vary, released under the esteemed Warner Classics label. This 59-minute collection, launched on October 4, 2019, is a testament to Renaudin Vary's virtuosity and her deep affinity for American music, offering a delightful blend of jazz, classical, and Broadway influences.
The album features a diverse array of tracks, from the lively "S'Wonderful" and "I Got Rhythm" to the poignant "I Loves You, Porgy" from Gershwin's "Porgy and Bess." Renaudin Vary's rendition of "An American in Paris" is a standout, showcasing her ability to capture the essence of Gershwin's iconic composition. The album also includes lesser-known gems like Milhaud's "Le bœuf sur le toit" and Dvořák's "Gypsy Songs," demonstrating Renaudin Vary's versatility and musical curiosity.
Recorded with the BBC Concert Orchestra, "Mademoiselle in New York" benefits from lush orchestrations and a rich, warm sound. Renaudin Vary's playing is nothing short of breathtaking, her trumpet soaring above the ensemble with a clarity and precision that is truly remarkable. Whether you're a fan of classical music, jazz, or Broadway show tunes, this album offers something for everyone. It's a joyous celebration of American music, performed by one of the most exciting young musicians on the scene today.
S'Wonderful / But Not for Me / I Got Rhythm / An American in Paris (Ballet) [Medley]George Gershwin, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Bill Elliott, BBC Concert Orchestra
Ravel: Pavane pour une infante défunte, M. 19 (Orch. Elliott)Maurice Ravel, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Bill Elliott, BBC Concert Orchestra
Gershwin: Porgy and Bess, Act 2: "I Loves You, Porgy" (Orch. Elliott)George Gershwin, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Bill Elliott, BBC Concert Orchestra
For Me, FormidableCharles Aznavour, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Bill Elliott, BBC Concert Orchestra
Milhaud: Le bœuf sur le toit, Op. 58 (Orch. Elliott)Darius Milhaud, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Bill Elliott, BBC Concert Orchestra
Bird's LamentLouis Thomas Hardin, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Bill Elliott, BBC Concert Orchestra
Si tu vois ma mèreSidney Bechet, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Bill Elliott, BBC Concert Orchestra
Shall We Gather at the River?Robert Lowry, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Bill Elliott, BBC Concert Orchestra
West Side Story: Tonight / I Feel Pretty / Maria / Gee, Officer Krupke / Somewhere (Medley)Leonard Bernstein, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Bill Elliott, BBC Concert Orchestra
Je ne t'aime pas (Orch. Elliott)Kurt Weill, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Bill Elliott, BBC Concert Orchestra
They All LaughedGeorge Gershwin, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Bill Elliott, BBC Concert Orchestra
Gypsy Songs, Op. 55: IV. Songs My Mother Taught MeAntonín Dvořák, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Bill Elliott, BBC Concert Orchestra
Bernstein: Candide, Act 1: "Glitter and Be Gay" (Orch. Elliott)Leonard Bernstein, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Bill Elliott, BBC Concert Orchestra