Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra - Golden Lady - COMPACT DISCS [CD]

Golden Lady is the bold new from the Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra (CJRO), a genre-blending celebration of jazz, gospel, and modern R&B. Featuring powerhouse vocalist Tatiana InchLadyMayInch Mayfield, this electrifying album reimagines Stevie Wonder's Golden Lady and Jill Scott's Golden in a soulful mashup that sets the tone for the entire project.Brimming with groove-forward arrangements and original compositions, Golden Lady highlights the artistry of Black women songwriters and showcases the vibrant talent of the CJRO's full jazz orchestra. With standout moments like InchMetamorphosisInch (a personal and musical evolution by Mayfield), InchHold TightInch (featuring saxophone icon Bob Reynolds), and InchRed Cedar RoadInch (a heartfelt tribute by composer Jared Cathey), the album pulses with life, joy, and improvisational fire.Arranged and produced by CJRO Artistic Director Drew Zaremba, this proves that a modern big band can honor the roots of R&B and gospel while forging a fresh, contemporary sound. Whether you're a jazz aficionado or discovering CJRO for the first time, Golden Lady is a must-listen emotional, danceable, and deeply expressive. Album Tracks 1. Hold Tight 2. Golden Lady 3. Side Step 4. Dreamcatcher 5. Metamorphosis 6. Red Cedar Road 7. It's Whatever 8. Living All Alone 9. Tundra 10. You'll Never Get to Heaven (If You Break My Heart)