Tony Bennett’s career spanned more than 60 years and with the help of his son, he recreated himself bringing his music to a whole new audience.  In 2006 to mark his 80th birthday, Tony released a duets album recorded with a collection of stars including Barbra Streisand, Elton John, Elvis Costello, Bono and Sting. The project proved to be such a success that he did another celebratory album in 2011 for his 85th birthday. He followed up with albums in 2012, 2014, 2018 and final duets album with lady Gaga in 2021.
Many of the songs chosen for this show are the standards that launched Tony Bennett’s career & that he chose to re-record with other successful pop & Jazz singers as duets on multiple albums. “One of my favorite albums, “In Person Tony Bennett”, which was released in 1959, shows Tony Bennett's impeccable phrasing. His music became a great lesson.  I have chosen 2 songs from this album.” “There are a total of 20 duets that Anthony shares with these talented female vocalist plus 3 solo performances in the show.”