Greetings from New York City. I hope you’re settling in to the season. I was recently reminded of something my daughter said to me during another period of strife in our world, particularly in the States.It’s ok for each of us to come up with how we contribute, small or big. Each of us can make a contribution, as Marion Anderson once said.

I’ve had some wonderful shows, including April at City Winery Boston, performing the Reimagining Cole Porter concert. On June 9th I joined my old friend Kenny White at the very special Club Passim in Cambridge. Always a join to play there. We were joined that night by Kevin Barry, Marty Ballou, and Eugene Ruffolo, with a surprise song from Peter Wolf. A joyful night with old friends.

I released two albums in 2023, my proudest endeavors to date. “Under My Skin: Reimagining Cole Porter” and “But Longing is Primal” – an album of very personal songs with a wish list of musicians I am so grateful to.

I hope to see you on down the road. I hope you are creating meaningful days for yourselves and that you have love and light in your life. JB