Jennie

Jennie is a project featuring the vocal work of Jennie Smith accompanied by Donn Trenner and His Orchestra, originally recorded during the mid-20th century. The material reflects the classic pop and jazz vocal style prevalent in the late 1950s and early 1960s, a period when Smith was a frequent performer on television programs such as The Steve Allen Show. These recordings are representative of the polished, orchestral pop arrangements that defined the Dot Records catalog of that era.

The 2022 release serves as a archival compilation intended to preserve Smith's contributions to the mid-century vocal jazz tradition. By packaging these historical tracks for a modern audience, the release aims to reintroduce the listener to the sophisticated, brass-heavy arrangements favored by Donn Trenner. It is a work of historical preservation, intended for listeners interested in the transition of jazz standards into the television-friendly production styles of the early 1960s.