Vocalist Tony Bennett is no stranger to the American Popular Songbook. The world-renowned musician is known for his unfaltering dedication to excellence and his ability to connect to audiences of all generations. The returning Piano Jazz guest dives into his vast repertoire of swinging jazz standards for McPartland and her listeners on this 2004 episode. Bennett’s love of performing is evident in his relaxed and intimate sound, and the nonagenarian can be heard on tour throughout the US—including a stop in Columbia, South Carolina, on July 26, 2018.
Full episode: https://www.npr.org/2012/11/23/94293833/tony-bennett-on-piano-jazz
Artist site: https://www.tonybennett.com/