BETTY ROCHÉ - Lightly and Politely (1961-1992) Original Jazz Classics Limited Edition Series / RM / FLAC (tracks+.cue), lossless

It is ironic that what is arguably singer Betty Roché's finest all-around recording was also her last. For this session, which has been reissued in the OJC series on CD, Roché (backed by pianist Jimmy Neeley, guitarist Wally Richardson, bassist Michel Mulia, and drummer Rudy Lawless) improvises constantly and uplifts a variety of superior standards, including "Someone to Watch Over Me," "Polka Dots and Moonbeams," "I Had the Craziest Dream," and three songs by her former boss, Duke Ellington. It's recommended, particularly to jazz fans not aware of Betty Roché's musical talents. by Scott Yanow
Tracklist :
1  Someone To Watch Over Me 4:43
George Gershwin / Ira Gershwin
2  Why Shouldn't I 3:25
Cole Porter
3  Jim  4:30
Caesar Petrillo / Edward Ross / Nelson Shawn
4  Polka Dots And Moonbeams  3:50
Johnny Burke / James Van Heusen
5  For All We Know  2:36
J. Fred Coots / Sam M. Lewis
6  Rocks In My Bed  4:05
Duke Ellington
7  Just Squeeze Me  2:40
Duke Ellington / Lee Gaines / Fats Waller / Clarence Williams
8  I Got It Bad (And That Ain't Good) 3:40
Duke Ellington / Paul Francis Webster
9  Maybe You'll Be There  3:35
Rube Bloom / Sammy Gallop
10 I Had The Craziest Dream  2:10
Mack Gordon / Harry Warren
Credits :
Bass – Michel Mulia
Drums – Rudy Lawless
Guitar – Wally Richardson
Piano – Jimmy Neeley
Vocals – Betty Roché