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To One
Lela Kaplowitz composer, vocalist
On TO ONE, Croatian-born Lela Kaplowitz delivers a collection of songs that expressively hearken back to the singer/songwriter era of the 1970s, reviving the spirit of such ground-breaking artists as Carole King, Laura Nyro, and Roberta Flack. Kaplowitz, who has been lauded by jazz vocal legend Sheila Jordan as “an extremely talented vocalist” and Bobby McFerrin as having a “wonderful voice,” presents a nuanced mélange of pop, soul, jazz, and even folk music on TO ONE.
TO ONE opens with the folk rock-tinged Liila, which features an uplifting violin intro and lyrics delivering a timeless message. Capturing the essence of the 1970s, Human Tapestry is in many ways like a stylistic tribute to Carole King, and You Gave me Wings evokes the soulful, smooth vocals of Roberta Flack.
Elevating messages flow throughout the tracks on TO ONE, whether the song be a funky ballad such as Love Is All There Is, or a cheerful pop declaration such as You Will See. The well-honed interplay of Kaplowitz’s vocals with the animated, powerful, and almost vocal tone of her husband Joe Kaplowitz’s organ performance shines in the spare yet animated With Every Breath. TO ONE closes with Love Prayer, an aptly titled song that reflects the spirit of inclusiveness and empowerment that permeates the entire album.
Kaplowitz’s biography states that she “gives something artistic to the world, making people look at ordinary things in a new way and inspiring them to see with a new perspective.” TO ONE is a testament to that and more.
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"A Croation born songstress who embodies the spirit of decades past, Lela Kaplowitz brings pop, soul, jazz and folk ideas to the fluid and timeless To One."
Track Listing & Credits
| # | Title | Composer | Performer | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Liila | Lela Kaplowitz | Lela Kaplowitz, voice; Elvis Penava, guitars; Dado Marinković, drums, percussion; Joe Kaplowitz, organ, piano, bass, cajón, back vocals; Marko First, violin | 4:05 |
| 02 | Human Tapestry | Lela Kaplowitz | Lela Kaplowitz, voice; Elvis Penava, guitars; Dado Marinković, drums, percussion; Joe Kaplowitz, organ, piano, bass, cajón, back vocals; Lucia Kaplowitz, tap | 4:40 |
| 03 | You Gave Me the Wings | Lela Kaplowitz | Lela Kaplowitz, voice; Elvis Penava, guitars; Dado Marinković, drums, percussion; Joe Kaplowitz, organ, piano, bass, cajón, back vocals | 5:03 |
| 04 | Everything Is Possible | Lela Kaplowitz | Lela Kaplowitz, voice; Elvis Penava, guitars; Dado Marinković, drums, percussion; Joe Kaplowitz, organ, piano, bass, cajón, back vocals | 4:27 |
| 05 | Love Is All There Is | Lela Kaplowitz | Lela Kaplowitz, voice; Elvis Penava, guitars; Dado Marinković, drums, percussion; Joe Kaplowitz, organ, piano, bass, cajón, back vocals; Davor Križić, trumpet | 4:42 |
| 06 | 300 Years of Silence | Lela Kaplowitz | Lela Kaplowitz, voice; Elvis Penava, guitars; Dado Marinković, drums, percussion; Joe Kaplowitz, organ, piano, bass, cajón, back vocals | 3:59 |
| 07 | Dreamland | Lela Kaplowitz | Lela Kaplowitz, voice; Elvis Penava, guitars; Dado Marinković, drums, percussion; Joe Kaplowitz, organ, piano, bass, cajón, back vocals | 5:13 |
| 08 | You Will See | Lela Kaplowitz | Lela Kaplowitz, voice; Elvis Penava, guitars; Dado Marinković, drums, percussion; Joe Kaplowitz, organ, piano, bass, cajón, back vocals; Marko First, violin | 4:32 |
| 09 | With Every Breath | Lela Kaplowitz | Lela Kaplowitz, voice; Elvis Penava, guitars; Dado Marinković, drums, percussion; Joe Kaplowitz, organ, piano, bass, cajón, back vocals | 5:44 |
| 10 | Love Prayer | Lela Kaplowitz | Lela Kaplowitz, voice; Elvis Penava, guitars; Dado Marinković, drums, percussion; Joe Kaplowitz, organ, piano, bass, cajón, back vocals; Marko First, violin | 5:58 |
| 11 | Chant to One | Lela Kaplowitz | Lela Kaplowitz, voice; Elvis Penava, guitars; Dado Marinković, drums, percussion; Joe Kaplowitz, organ, piano, bass, cajón, back vocals | 10:06 |
All songs written by Lela Kaplowitz
All songs arranged by Lela & Joe Kaplowitz
Recorded February & March 2019 at Studio 21 in Zagreb, Croatia
Recording Session Engineer Joe Kaplowitz
Photography Mario Kociper
Make up Artist Romana Farkaš
Executive Producer Bob Lord
Executive A&R Sam Renshaw
A&R Director Brandon MacNeil
A&R Danielle Lewis
VP, Audio Production Jeff LeRoy
Audio Director Lucas Paquette
Mastering Shaun Michaud
VP, Design & Marketing Brett Picknell
Art Director Ryan Harrison
Design Edward Fleming
Publicity Patrick Niland, Sara Warner
Artist Information
Lela Kaplowitz
Lela Kaplowitz gives something artistic to the world, making people look at ordinary things in a new way and inspiring them to see with a new perspective. Kaplowitz’s flood of creativity changes people’s lives for the better and raises beauty out of ordinary daily life. Her mission is to stimulate, entertain, and show beauty. She is a success because she loves her calling.
Notes
TO ONE is a vision. It is a vision of creating an elevating musical experience for all listeners. TO ONE strives to contribute to the global work of raising awareness. I hope it lifts you up from an everyday life to a more meaningful way of living. Its sole purpose is to bring inner and outer peace, acceptance, and a healthy lifestyle through music and positive vibration. The songs included were carefully selected to enhance your listening experience. They each speak about our power centers through the prism of awareness and align their vibrations accordingly. Opening up through singing will allow us to create broader minds, more open hearts, and help us remain calm and in the moment. From this experience, I hope you will find it easier to communicate with one another and feel more like a human family than ever before. I truly hope you enjoy the experience!
Acknowledgements
I would love to extend my deepest gratitude to the Croatian Composers’ Society for their support, to all musicians collaborating on this album, to all the lovely singers I work with, to everyone who listens to my music, to my lovely daughter Lucia for her immense patience, and most of all to my husband Joe who selflessly supports me in all my music endeavors.
— Lela Kaplowitzt
“Kaplowitz’s singing is simply superb.” — Michael Bailey (All About Jazz)
“Lela Kaplowitz has a remarkable tone [and] great timing…” — Brent Black (Criticaljazz.com)
”Wonderful voice…” — Bobby McFerrin