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Peter White – Confidential Autographed CDÂ
What separates White from the crowded pack of smooth-jazz guitarists is his exquisite sense of melody. That skill is on full display on Confidential, easily the most well-rounded album of White’s career. Among the highpoints here is the return of vocalist Christopher Cross, who shines on a cover of Brenda Russell’s light bossa nova tune, “She’s in Love.” Other guests include pianist Brian Culbertson, who offers a Bob James-like solo on the title track, trumpeter Chris Botti (“Stormfront”), and saxophonist Mindi Abair, who graces “Are You Mine.” But it’s White’s lines that soar throughout, like melodies in search of words. –Mark Ruffin