Maggy Simon Sings

Nat King Cole is undoubtedly one of the greatest and most influential jazz singers of all time. Passing away at the young age of 42, many still pay homage to Cole’s incredible jazz legacy, as his music transcends generations. To…

Songs about love and affection dominate almost every genre of music. However, none comes quite as close to the soul, as a sweet jazzy ballad. So, with Valentine’s Day almost a week away, here is a jazz playlist that will…

With Christmas quickly approaching, everyone’s feeling cheerful as holiday music plays through stores, and fairy lights wrap around the trees and buildings! One of my favorite things to do during Christmas season is to go see Christmas musicals, and what…

With Thanksgiving just around the corner, it’s time to decide which dishes you’ll be making, who you’ll invite to dinner, and most importantly (for me, at least), what music you’ll be playing. Your Thanksgiving playlist needs to have it all…

Jazz songs make a great addition for any Halloween party playlist; the soothing beat and rhythm send a shiver down the spine, while the lyrics are a creative way to put your guests in the mood. If you’re looking for…

Jazz originated in New Orleans, the city of steamboats and beautiful nightlife, so people there always knew how the music could help them relax. It’s easy for someone to say that jazz music helps them relax, especially if they listen…

Summer is finally here and the sunshine is coming down in full swing! Although I am the kind of person to enjoy all types of weather, something’s different about warm, sunny weather that makes you want to take off your…

Nowadays, younger people are starting to show more interest in jazz and older pop music. Most of this interest is developed through covers by more recent artists, but I think it’s a great way for them to start learning about…

A fantastic tale set in Jazz Age Chicago about sensational homicides that were committed by women. Here’s my take on the second-longest running Broadway musical.

Broadway is home to a plethora of musical classics, one of which is Chicago, A…

April is National Jazz Appreciation Month and that means a whole month of remembering amazing jazz artists and their contribution to the music industry. Although my love for the genre lasts all year round, the purpose of this month is…

Spring is nearly here, so let’s start off the season swinging. Here are a few of my favorite swing tunes to put some pep in your step as the days get longer. Make sure you give yourself plenty of space…

 “My Shining Hour” was composed by Harold Arlen with lyrics by Johnny Mercer for the film, The Sky’s the Limit in 1943. Originally performed by Glen Gray with Eugenie Baird,“My Shining Hour” is a song that has endured for generations.

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Valentine’s Day is for lovers, and no one does love better than Broadway. Here are a few of my favorite romantic showtunes to set the soundtrack to Cupid’s holiday.

“Night and Day” from Gay Divorce

Night and day, why’s it…

New Year’s is getting farther behind in the rearview mirror, and February is fast approaching. Have you kept up with the resolutions you set for yourself this year? Even if you’ve had a slip up or two, don’t worry! The…

Christmas is nearly here, so I wanted to share some of my favorite Christmas albums with you. The holiday has inspired the best musicians for generations, so there’s no shortage to choose from! If you loved my album “Yesterday…

With an upbeat tune that makes you want to sing along instantly, This Could be the Start of Something Big is an amazing song written and performed by Steve Allen. He performed it along with Steve Lawrence, Eydie Gormé…

In music, rain brings feelings of nostalgia and love. I think it’s beautiful the way artists can express those feelings through a song. I wanted to bring this side of music into my jazz album, Yesterday Once More, which…

Featuring an exciting beat and overflowing with the sounds of an entire orchestra, the tenth song on my album, Yesterday Once More, is a rendition of “It’s Better with a Band.” The song’s relaxing tune combined with a jazz-y…

Dedicated to the special man in my life, Jack’s Medley is a soothing mix of all the greatest hits that express the way I feel for my hubby. The ninth track on my album, Yesterday Once More, is a…

Over the 54-year course of his solo career, Frank Sinatra recorded 59 studio albums. Out of all of these, one of his most creative masterpieces was his album, ‘September of My Years’. It released in 1965 and considering…

An exciting number from the film Victor/Victoria, “Le Jazz Hot” was originally performed by Julie Andrews in 1982 and later on in 1995 when it was released as a Broadway musical. The eccentric performance was choreographed by Katherine Dunham…

IF YOU JUST SMILE… even though your heart is aching, even though it’s breaking, you’ll see the sun come shining through for you! The enduring theme of “Smile,” made famous by Nat King Cole, is one none of us should…

The great HENRY MANCINI wrote the music to the song, “Two for the Road,” for the 1967 British comedy drama of the same name. For his work on the original score, Mancini received a Golden Globe nomination, one of many…

DAY IN, DAY OUT has been recorded by countless artists for over six decades. Originally written by Rube Bloom with lyrics by Johnny Mercer in 1939, the song has a catchy, fun, whimsical tune that is universally irresistible! 

I included…