Allyson Briggs Sings Burt Bacharach

"Do You Know the Way to Listen to Burt Bacharach? Allyson Briggs May Help,” according to the The New York Sun. What began as an homage to her favorite composer turned into a 20-song album that enjoyed 2 months on the RMR Top 50 Jazz Charts and a cross-country tour. Allyson Briggs is Manhattan’s most in demand and glamorous vocalist, and she set her sights on an exhilarating way to keep the music of Burt Bacharach alive and well.

 

 

She takes audiences on a journey to celebrate the vast career of one of America's most beloved composers, as recorded by the likes of Dionne Warwick, Dusty Springfield, Peggy Lee, and beyond. Reminisce to the soundtrack of American life in the 1960s: From pop hits "I Say a Little Prayer," and "Arthur's Theme," to the beautiful "Alfie" and "Close to You." Allyson’s unique voice and onstage persona bring a fresh authenticity to a nostalgic era of glamour and joy, perfectly paired with her warm, vibrant vocal tone. And being a polyglot, you never know what language she may choose to sing!  Allyson Briggs Sings Burt Bacharach is a one-of-a-kind celebration of inspiring, beloved music for all to enjoy.

Allyson Briggs has earned a reputation as “The Glamour Girl of Jazz.” Since her explosion onto the New York jazz scene over a decade ago, she has become one of the most sought-after vocalists and bandleaders today. With hundreds of public concerts and private events per year, she leads her own retro jazz band, Fleur Seule, with effortless fun and fashion to match whichever decade she chooses to recreate. Her uniquely sweet tone and unusually wide vocal range have allowed her to collaborate with Michael Feinstein, Ciara Renée, Catherine Russell, and Jeremy Jordan, and to open for Lionel Richie, Paris Hilton, and Luba Mason. Allyson has graced the stages of Carnegie Hall, Jazz at Lincoln Center, Pasadena Pops, Manhattan Symphonie, and has returned to Birdland Jazz Club numerous times, with her tributes to Burt Bacharach, Peggy Lee, and her sold-out Spanish-language concert, “Latin Love Songs.” Allyson is fluent in Spanish, German, and French, and can be heard singing in as many as 7 languages throughout her performances, bringing unprecedented variety of classic repertoire to the stage. She has received critical acclaim from Playbill, The New York Sun, and Broadwayworld, who writes, “Briggs' vocal instrument is beautiful beyond compare.” Allyson has appeared on live television multiple times on Telemundo, Teleonce, Univision, and PIX 11 News, and has released 7 studio albums with many of her original songs featured in film and TV. She is a Female Entertainer of the Year Award Winner (Taino Nation 2022) and Voicey Award Winner (Voices.com 2021).

Also Available:
Peggy Lee Tribute
Latin Love Songs