New York, NY (Top40 Charts/ Redwood Entertainment) In support of her latest successful CD release, Songs Spun of Gold, Elli Fordyce will be performing live at Jerry's Cafe in Tribeca in Manhattan on Thursday, June 16, 2011 from 7:00 to 9:00 PM.
At her performance at Jerry's Cafe Elli will be performing songs from her previous well-received CD release, Something Still Cool, and her latest effervescent outing, Songs Spun of Gold, and will be accompanied by two exceptionally talented Jazz veterans, Jeremy Manasia on piano and Ratzo B. Harris on bass.
"Elli turns a lyric into something addressed personally to a listener ... she unfolds the song and it becomes more and more ... interesting and Something Still Cool."-Talkin' Broadway
To call Elli Fordyce a "singer" would be a gross understatement. Her vocal performance is evocative and inspired and at 74 she continues to prove that she possesses vocal allure, depth and grace. 2011 is gearing up to be Elli's breakout year. With touring in support of Songs Spun of Gold, and several stage and TV acting roles, Elli Fordyce is a tireless and talented pro. She continues to entrance audiences with her superior interpretive skills and innate ability to inhabit a song with consummate ease.
"Fordyce is someone to behold to the listening ear. It is hard to imagine she is 73 years-old. Her voice is timeless."-The Daily Sun News
Songs Spun of Gold reveals new perspectives on familiar material and shines an elegant light on lesser known songs of the classic Jazz repertoire. It's a sure thing for an intimate evening or a sophisticated social gathering, but seeing this engaging and subtle performer in-person demonstrates just how transcendent a live performance can be. In the meantime, visit Elli on her website at www.ellifordyce.net and be sure to treat yourself to the ravishing sounds of Something Still Cool, along with her latest impressive Songs Spun of Gold.
"A must for fans of vocal jazz, this release is indeed spun of gold."-ChicagoJazz.net
Where: 90 Chambers St. (btw Church & B'way) Tribeca, NYC (212) 608-1700
www.jerryscafenyc.com
When: Thursday, June 16, 2011; from 7:00 to 9:00 PM
Admission: No cover, no minimum
