Annie Sellick, Beegie Adair, Roger Spencer, Duffy Jackson | "On The Street Where You Live"

From the Nashville Jazz Workshop Archives. Vocalist Annie Sellick performs "On the Street Where You Live" by Lerner & Loewe with Beegie Adair, Roger Spencer, and Duffy Jackson recorded live in the Jazz Cave at the Nashville Jazz Workshop in 2012. Join us for an unforgettable performance as acclaimed jazz vocalist Annie Sellick breathes new life into the classic "On the Street Where You Live," accompanied by an all-star trio: legendary pianist Beegie Adair, esteemed bassist Roger Spencer, and dynamic drummer Duffy Jackson. Recorded live at the intimate Nashville Jazz Workshop in Nashville, Tennessee, this performance captures the timeless spirit of classic jazz in a venue known for world-class education and artistry. 🎶 About the Song: "On the Street Where You Live" is a beloved show tune from the 1956 Broadway musical My Fair Lady, with music by Frederick Loewe and lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner. Originally sung by the character Freddy Eynsford-Hill, the song quickly became a pop and jazz standard, celebrated for its lush melody and romantic lyrics. Over the decades, it has been interpreted by a who's who of vocal greats, including Nat King Cole, Vic Damone, and Doris Day. 🎤 About the Performers: Annie Sellick is one of Nashville’s premier jazz vocalists, known for her captivating phrasing, rich tone, and dynamic stage presence. She has toured internationally and recorded extensively, building a reputation for bridging traditional and modern jazz styles with authenticity and heart. Beegie Adair (1937–2021) was a jazz piano icon, celebrated for her elegant touch, impeccable swing, and deep discography. Her trio recordings are regarded among the finest in American jazz, blending sophistication and accessibility. Roger Spencer is a master bassist and co-founder of the Nashville Jazz Workshop. With a career spanning decades, he has worked with top names in jazz and is respected both as a performer and educator. Duffy Jackson (1953–2021) was a powerhouse drummer known for his exuberant style and incredible career performing with legends like Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Ella Fitzgerald, and Lionel Hampton. 🏛️ About the Venue: The Nashville Jazz Workshop (NJW) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to jazz education and performance. Located in the vibrant heart of Nashville, NJW offers classes, workshops, concerts, and community programs that nurture the next generation of jazz musicians while presenting performances from today’s top artists. Known for its intimate setting and exceptional acoustics, the Jazz Cave (NJW's performance space) offers an up-close and personal jazz experience unlike any other. ✨ If you enjoyed this performance, please like, comment, and subscribe for more incredible live jazz sessions from the Nashville Jazz Workshop! 🔗 Learn more: Nashville Jazz Workshop: https://nashvillejazz.org Annie Sellick: https://anniesellick.com Beegie Adair: https://beegieadair.com 🔔 Subscribe for more world-class jazz performances! #AnnieSellick #BeegieAdair #JazzStandards #NashvilleJazzWorkshop #OnTheStreetWhereYouLive #JazzVocal #LiveJazz #GreatAmericanSongbook LYRICS: I have often walked down this street before But the pavement always stayed beneath my feet before All at once am I several stories high Knowing I'm on the street where you live Are there lilac trees in the heart of town Can you hear a lark in any other part of town Does enchantment pour out of every door No, it's just on the street where you live And oh, the towering feeling Just to know somehow you are near The over powering feeling That any second you may suddenly appear People stop and stare They don't bother me For there's nowhere else on earth that I would rather be Let the time go by I won't care if I Can be here on the street where you live Performance copyright 2012-2023, Nashville Jazz Workshop