Jessie Loverti: Jazz with Pittsburgh Soul
What’s in Store
It gives me great pleasure to introduce my first CD “What’s In Store”, my own original tune and lyric with arrangement by the late P J Oh., who never ceased to amaze me.
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His approach added freshness to the standards and his voicings set the perfect tone to complement the title track. With the added expertise of Joe LaBarbera & Lorca Hart on drums, Joe Plutschow on bass, guitarist Larry Koonse and most importantly the late Jim Self, producer and tubist/flubist extraordinaire, the creativity flows throughout each offering. I am incredibly proud of this initial endeavor. Last but not least, I must acknowledge Talley Sherwood who engineered, mixed and mastered the sound. I consider myself very fortunate indeed to have had the talents of each of them on this recording. I truly hope you enjoy what’s in store for you!
Faces
Faces, Jessie’s second album for Canary Records, highlights the unusual instrumentation of three trombones, two guitars, and one tuba. New musical textures and personalized arrangements showcase her on this one of a kind album.
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Jessie also unveils her talent as a brilliant lyricist on four unlikely compositions (Her lyric to “Adam’s Apple” took only minutes to write). But it is her singing that takes center stage. “This Happy Madness” features her natural ability to sing as if she’s speaking. There is also the unmistakable way she phrases and feels time. On “Lush Life,” the lyric freely floats over the music, making 5/4 seem as relaxed as 4/4 or 3/4. Most importantly, she does not try to imitate or force herself to be different; she is just herself.
Throughout the recording, Jessie’s individuality shines in her singing and her lyrics. Since I first heard her, I sensed something special. Now it is even more evident in this musical portrait we call Faces.
Hello
It seems I have been singing since my earliest recollection wherever and whenever the spirit moved me. It has moved me from church functions and gatherings, through school choral ensembles, big band and trio groups to singing at clubs in and around the Pittsburgh area to working and recording in L.A.
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One never knows what life has in store for you and although life has taken me on some pleasant and unpleasant diversions (marriage, family, divorce, remarriage, & COVID-19) it always seems to bring me back to performing. The universe seems be telling me something!
It has been a joy and a privilege to work with so many fine musicians in Pittsburgh and L.A. that I can’t name them all. I will, however, name a few:
John Loverti (my husband and partner in crime), Johnny Costa of Mr. Roger’s Neighborhood, Nelson Harrison, Lou Schreiber, Don Aliquo, Eric Susoeff, P. J. Oh, Tamir Hendelman, Jim Self and Ylanda Nickell Cole.
They have each in their own way motivated and inspired me along my musical path. I am especially grateful to P.J Oh and Jim Self for their talent and advice in the making of my CD’s. They were my friends as well as mentors and will forever be missed by all who knew them. As life moves on and the spirit moves me forward, the only question remaining is, “What’s In Store?”
Gallery
With my great friend Jim Self at Con Alma – 10/12/25
At Buskers in Pittsburgh
A park concert with Don Aliquo
With Jack Sheldon at Jax in Glendale, CA.
Great time singing with Eric Susoeff at Uncorked!
With John and Dr. Nelson Harrison, a true friend who has always said he’s president of my fan club!
With P.J. Oh at 66 California in Ventura, CA
My daughter Molly’s wedding reception
(Tom Frabotta in the background)
Always fun sharing the stage with Don Aliquo, Sr.