Nothin’ Better To Do may be Betty Bryant‘s fifteenth album, but it sparkles with a freshess that any newcomer would admire. Betty Bryant brings the greatest attribute of all—experience—to her latest album. As a pianist, vocalist, and songwriter, she demonstrates her enduring talents, . The performances captured on this BryMar Music release breathe new life into jazz standards and originals alike. The songs are marked by honest storytelling and strong musicality, in which Betty Bryant is accompanied by seriously accomplished collaborators. Highlights include a sublime interpretation of “You Are Not My First Love,” as well as the more personal compositions (including “Mama Sue”).

With this album that reaches the soul and the heart, Betty Bryant remains an influential and creative force in jazz music. Here’s to another album, and another, and another!