East of the Sun

Pianist Michael Kocour goes solo on this rich and classy collection wide ranging standards. His touch is clean, but his approach is calm and relaxed as he gently pulses out "East of the Sun" and a dreamy "Stardust." His read of " I've Got A Right to Sing the Blues" is gently regretful, while he gets coy on "Sweet Lorraine" and has fun with a cozy "I'm Coming Virginia." His left hand does some rich explorations on "Who Cares?" and he pulls out a winner with a dynamic and dramatic take of "I Can't Stop Loving You" for a ringer of a closer. Charming pastels.