Album Notes

Sensuous and exhilarating! 14 tracks include tunes of Edith Piaf, Henri Salvador, Astor Piazzolla, Jo Privat, Charles Trenet, and 3 original compositions. Rouge creates evocative, fresh arrangements with compelling elements of jazz and traditional French folk melodies. Vocalist/Chanteuse Janet Rayor, violinist Ruthie Dornfeld, accordionist Steve Rice, and guitarist John Miller are highly regarded Northwest musicians, joined by violinist Paul Elliott and bass-player Cary Black. CD Includes booklet with English translations. "Rouge's talented musicians make this music sing."

An excellent choice if you like: French Accordion, Female Vocals, Bal Musette, Folk Violin, World Music, International Cabaret, Java, Music of France, Django Reinhardt, Gypsy Jazz, Bouree, tango