After recording an impressive set for Columbia in 1961, a lesser-known album in 1962, and a live date in 1964 that came out many years later, did not lead another record session until this 1977 effort, which was made originally for the Japanese Trio label and released domestically by Audiophile. , who spent years working outside of music as a secretary, was finally rediscovered, first by the Japanese (the majority of her recordings in the 1970s and '80s were for Japanese labels). This particular set finds (who is joined by pianist , bassist and drummer ) performing 11 of more familiar songs, plus two versions of Despite virtually all of the tunes (which include such warhorses as "Satin Doll," "It Don't Mean a Thing," "Sophisticated Lady" and "Mood Indigo") having been recorded a countless number of times through the decades, beautiful voice and strong sense of swing makes the material seem fresher than expected. ~ Scott Yanow