Trudy Desmond - Make Me Rainbows (1995)

Trudy Desmond – Make Me Rainbows (1995) is a jazz vocal album by Canadian singer Trudy Desmond, known for her elegant phrasing and emotional depth. On this release, she interprets lesser-known gems from the Great American Songbook and film music, with subtle, tasteful accompaniment. The album features lush arrangements and a warm, intimate vocal style, showcasing Desmond’s ability to bring new life to classic tunes. Make Me Rainbows is celebrated for its refined artistry and heartfelt delivery, solidifying her place among Canada’s finest jazz vocalists.

Tracklist

1.Make Me Rainbows 4:15
2.You'd Better Love Me 3:36
3.Gypsy In My Soul 5:18
4.I Have Dreamed 3:44
5.You're The Top 4:22
6.The Best Thing For You 4:14
7.Whistling Away The Dark 4:10
8.I've Got You Under My Skin / Easy To Love 3:30
9.Falling In Love With Love 3:20
10.You Don't Know Me 4:27
11.Too Close For Comfort 5:45
12.Inchworm 2:30
13.Something's Coming 3:04
14.Sometimes 1:00
Trudy Desmond - Make Me Rainbows (1995)

personnel :

Trudy Desmond - Vocals
Ed Bickert - acoustic & electric guitars
Jay Berliner, Peter Bernstein, Reg Schwager - guitar
Rick Wilkens - tenor saxophone
Tom Szezesniak - accordion
Don Thompson - vibraphone, piano, percussion
Mike Renzi, Bill Charlap - piano
Neil Swainson, Marc Johnson - bass
Terry Clark, Joe La Barbera - drums
Jim Saporito - percussion
String Quartet:
Adele Armin, Vera Tarnowsky - violin
Terry Helmer - viola
Richard Armin - cello