On this multi-dimensional project, Roiger celebrates and honors Lady Day’s legacy by showing the many facets of Billie Holiday – her ebullient joy, her rebellious spirit, her rich sensuality, and the depth of her blues. In addition to recording re-imagined versions of Billie classics, Roiger also includes some interesting songs inspired by Billie, one of which appears here on disc for the first time with Teri’s original lyrics called "Lady Day," as well as the Gil Scott-Heron classic "Lady Day and John Coltrane." Teri also penned lyrics to Ella's solo on "Them There Eyes" and Lester Young's solo on "Ghost Of A Chance." Ms. Holiday provided the initial spark that led to Teri's lifelong commitment to jazz. “This recording brings me full circle. I was immediately moved upon first hearing Holiday’s recordings. I felt all kinds of emotions I didn’t know how to express; emotions I hadn’t felt before, and it awakened something in me that I treasure. This tribute is something I've wanted to do since I began singing Billie Holiday’s music in my 20’s. In spite of her challenges, Billie was able to persevere and make incredible music that was filled not only with sorrow, but also with joy. I’m in awe of that ability.”

11 - These Foolish Things Copy

10 - Ghost Of Yesterday Copy

09 - Lady Day Copy

08 - Do You Know What It Means To Miss New Orleans Copy

07 - It's Easy To Remember Copy

06 - Them There Eyes Copy

05 - Fine And Mellow Copy

04 - You Don't Know What Love Is Copy

03 - What A Little Moonlight Can Do Copy

01 - Lady Day And John Coltrane Copy

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