By Kerry Doole, On The Beat
FERN LINDZON: This multi-talented Toronto jazz pianist, singer and composer launched her superb second CD, Two Kites, with a Lula Lounge performance recently. It featured her all-star band of bassist (and album producer) GEORGE KOLLER, drummer NICK FRASER, and saxophonist MIKE MURLEY. They made typically tasteful contributions to Lindzon’s highly varied repertoire. She dazzled with fluent and elegant piano playing, especially on one classically-oriented Eastern European klezmer composition, while her vocals ranged from light-hearted to soulful with ease. Highlights included the breezy title tune (by JOBIM) and her stylish reinterpretation of “Dona Dona.” A lovely concert.
