Softly by Roseanna Vitro was released Dec 14, 1993 on the Concord Jazz label. Features Fred Hersch, piano, George Coleman tenor; Jay Anderson bass; Mino Cinelu percussion; Tim Ries tenor; Tom Rainey drums. Paul Wickliffe recording engineer. Roseanna is a Grammy Nominated artist, with 14 album releases. "Softly" with long time friend and pianist Fred Hersch is considered one of her best standards recordings. This album is no longer available but downloads can be purchased by writing to Roseanna Vitro on her website: (http://www.roseannavitro.com/?page_id=11) Singer Roseanna Vitro is expert at interpreting lyrics and scats with a strong sense of adventure. Softly songs Ballads predominate on her excellent Concord CD, but there are also a few cookers (including a surprisingly rapid "I'm Through With Love"). Softly album for sale The singer covers a wide variety of material (some of it of recent vintage) with a touching version of "So Many Stars" being a high point. Softly CD music Vitro is greatly assisted by a fine trio starring pianist Fred Hersch; the tenors of Tim Ries and George Coleman help out on some selections. Softly buy CD music This rewarding CD gives one a fine example of Roseanna Vitro's talents. ~ Scott Yanow Personnel: Roseanna Vitro (vocals), George Coleman, Tim Ries (saxophones), Fred Hersch (piano), Jay Anderson (bass), Tom Rainey (drums), Mino Cinelu (percussion). Liner Note Author: Zan Stewart. Personnel: Roseanna Vitro (vocals); George Coleman, Tim Ries (saxophone); Fred Hersch (piano); Tom Rainey (drums); Mino Cinelu (percussion). Recording information: Horizon Sound, NJ; Skyline Studios, New York, NY. Audio Mixer: Paul Wickliffe. Photographer: Paul Wickliffe.