More Nancy

It's nearly 12 years since Nancy LaMott died and since it happened Christmas, this time of year always brings her to mind. I didn't know her except to congratulated her after a performance, but I was a big fan and during the last three years of her life I tried on every possible occasion to see her live. I was a groupie and proud of it.

Terry Teachout, who was her friend, lets us know about the impending release of a new compilation of unreleased performances. They will be available in February.

Nancy was the most beautiful of singers. I think it was Terry who said that she got to the emotional heart of every song that she sang and I can't think of a better way to express it. She was a comedienne and a dramatic actress. Every song that she sang took you on an amazing emotional ride.

If you've never heard her, don't wait until February. There are some free clips at www.myspace.com/nancylamott and many of her albums are on sale on Amazon. My personal favorite is probably My Foolish Heart and her Christmas album Just in Time For Christmas is probably the best of any that I've heard in a long time. The tracks are downloadable from Rhapsody and iTunes.

Do yourself a favor and get them all.