JANE NORMAN www.pixanne.com janenorman@pixanne.com SINGER/TELEVISION PERSONALITY JANE NORMAN (PIXANNE) FLIES TO NEW HEIGHTS WITH TWO NEW NATIONALLY RELEASED CDS *DOWNLOAD PRINTABLE VERSION The “magic forest” was always populated by fanciful creatures and delightful music. But now, Philadelphia’s favorite pixie is spreading her musical wings throughout the nation—and beyond. As one reviewer comments, “No one tells a story through music the way Jane Norman does,” and nowhere is that more evident than on her two new CDs, just released throughout the country. The first, With Love (to Frank Sinatra and Judy Garland) is a tribute album of sheer devotion and joy, in which Jane sings their songs her way, accompanied by the lush, contemporary arrangements of Grammy Award-winner Richard Rome who conducts a full orchestra of the country’s top musicians. Norman and Rome transport listeners to a new musical dimension, while paying tribute to two of the “greats” in American music. Jane puts a fresh spin on familiar standards. Her version of “The Trolley Song” (which seems to be the favorite of hundreds of radio stations) is a true knock-out! And songs such as “Just the Way You Look Tonight” and “Quiet Nights” have a delicious Latin flavor. “You Made Me Love You” conveys a sensuality rarely heard in renditions of this tune, and her two original songs are destined to become standards (particularly the emotionally-charged “The Newness of the Morning”). Radio program directors are using superlatives such as “masterpiece” to describe With Love. Jane’s innovative holiday CD, A Perfect Christmas (A Winter of Love), is also wowing fans, critics and radio programmers. This time Norman and Rome take listeners on a mood-filled musical wintertime adventure. A Perfect Christmas is a sophisticated Christmas album like no other; touching the listener’s heart and allowing him or her to experience the beauty of the holiday season in a new way. The CD includes standards such as “The Christmas Song” (Chestnuts roasting…), “Winter Wonderland” and “Baby, It’s Cold Outside” (both are duets with renowned jazz singer Paul Jost), a multi-layered treatment of “My Favorite Things” with an exuberant trumpet solo by George Rabbai, and a heart-felt “What Are You Doing New Year’s Eve?” Many of the numbers, including “Christmas Lullaby,” showcase flute and sax artist Ron Kerber. In addition to Christmas favorites, A Perfect Christmas contains holiday songs which are not frequently recorded. These, plus Jane’s three new originals (two of which are lovely Bossa Novas), add to the special quality of the album. A Perfect Christmas is a holiday treat that will surely rank at the top of every music lover’s Christmas collection. As one program director states, “Jane’s voice is simply magic. She has the mellowness and emotion of a Karen Carpenter, Diana Krall, and yes, a Michael Bublé…with a style and sensual delivery all her own.” Not bad for a former pixie with outstanding “flying”, as well as musical, credentials! Jane Norman does it all! She is an acclaimed TV personality, recording artist, author and stage performer. Her musical roots date back to her childhood, when she began playing piano at age three. At age eight, she composed a classical piece that was performed by the renowned Philadelphia Orchestra. Jane went on to create and star in her own award-winning television program “PIXANNE,” which originally aired on WCAU-TV in Philadelphia and on WNEW-TV in New York before becoming nationally-syndicated. In addition, she co-produced and acted in Emmy-nominated family television shows for both the NBC network and CBS. A superb communicator, Jane appeared on more than 95 TV and radio talk shows, including the “Today” show, in conjunction with her best-selling book “The Private Life of the American Teenager.” Recently, Jane added lecturing to her many accomplishments. Speaking to university communications students, Jane shares her knowledge with young people who hope to follow in her creative footsteps. Today, the versatile and talented performer is an acclaimed singer on both coasts. Very few artists elicit the kind of response Jane does. She has a special rapport with audiences of all ages, whether she’s performing on a large Las Vegas casino stage or in a more intimate venue such as the Prince Music Theater in Philadelphia. West Coast critic Jeff Britton writes: "Jane Norman conquers cabaret and beyond! Jane knows how to caress a lyric and engage an audience. She can be sultry and sassy, with a pinch of brassiness for good measure. She’s the real thing!" Jane Norman is a consummate performer with a pure, sensual voice and a talent that never goes out of style. Best of all, she delivers her sensitive, passionate music…with love. With Love and A Perfect Christmas are available for purchase on Jane’s website www.pixanne.com, as well as www.cdbaby.com, digstation and iTunes.