Your Go to CD to Impress

Tracy Nelson-Live From C Block D, is one of my favorite demos, especially for newbies to my listening room.  Kind of a mixture of folk, country rock, and one of the most powerful female vocalists around.  Originally part of Mother Earth, her live stuff is mesmerizing.  No one seems to know about her, but having seen Mother Earth live in the late 60's/early 70's got me hooked on her vocal talents.

*Jennifer Warnes - Famous Blue Rain Coat
*Dianne Krall - Love Scenes
*The Harry James Sessions
*Lyle Lovett - I Love Everybody 
*Larry McNeeley - Confederation
*Fleetwood Mac - Dreams
*Mozart Variations (Windam Hill)
*Stevie Ray Vaughn - Tin Pan Alley

If you know the person well, if not ask what styles/artists they like. Then find something suitable. You won't impress very well if they don't like what you played. 

Second,
Sara K.

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