World class banjoist & vocalist plus legendary guitarist play an eclectic repertoire of swinging acoustic jazz, supported by an all-star ensemble of NYC jazz artists.

13 MP3 Songs
JAZZ: Retro Swing, JAZZ: Traditional Jazz Combo



Details:
Cynthia's new release, featuring legendary guitarist Bucky Pizzarelli along with other renowned NYC players, offers examples of both her traditional American Roots Music and her modern-day, eclectic explorations. Her best recording yet!!

"She takes us into places where you'd never expect the banjo to be admitted, and makes herself completely at home," says jazz giant Dick Hyman about ATTRACTIONS.

"Cynthia Sayer is the superstar of jazz banjo"
--LA BROYLE (Switzerland)

"Cynthia Sayer is a rarity: a woman who plays jazz banjo with the drive and virtuosity of banjo stars from the early 20th century, the heyday of this instrument."
--THE NEW YORK TIMES

"Her approach is to bring it alive in a fresh, modern way."
--THE DAILY TELEGRAPH (Australia)

"Cynthia Sayer is a talented jazz musician who sings and plays banjo with equal expertise. Her voice carries warmth and color... and her rapidfire style is phenomenal."
--JAZZTIMES

"She can really play it. It's nice to see somebody with such a fresh approach."
--MARIAN MCPARTLAND, LEGENDARY JAZZ PIANIST

"Cynthia is a knowledgeable and talented musician."
--WOODY ALLEN

"An unbelievable inspiration."
--WESERKURIER (Germany)

ATTRACTIONS personnel:

Cynthia Sayer - banjo, vocals, arrangements
Bucky Pizzarelli - guitar
Scott Robinson - soprano, tenor and baritone saxes, clarinet
Randy Sandke - trumpet
Jim Fryer - trombone
Sara Caswell - violin
Greg Cohen - string bass
Joe Ascione - percussion
also
Sue Taylor - harp