The Art of Elegance Studio Album by Kristin Chenoweth, Concord Records

Kristin Chenoweth – The Art of Elegance is a masterclass in classic sophistication, reimagined for the modern era.

As Creative Director, Vocal Coach, Rehearsal Coach, and Liner Notes Editor, I helped shape every aspect of this lushly orchestrated album into a cohesive homage to the golden age of American song. The visual and artistic concept draws inspiration from mid-century elegance and romance — think vintage couture, extravagant ruffles, and the unattainably sophisticated belle-of-the-ball adorned in lavish shades of pinks and creams, bathed in the warm glow of a bygone era — while the musical selections elevate the Great American Songbook with Kristin’s signature blend of vocal purity, wit, and emotional depth.

Christian Siriano's exquisite gown played a major role in the artistic direction we created for the artwork. It takes a special person to pull that off, and Ms. Chenoweth did it flawlessly.

The Art of Elegance isn't just an album — it's a sensory experience. From the velvet textures of the arrangements to the timeless styling of its visual campaign, every detail was meticulously crafted to reflect Kristin Chenoweth's dual legacy as both Broadway royalty and a consummate interpreter of jazz and pop standards.

This project stands as a bold declaration: elegance never goes out of style — it evolves, it breathes, and, in the hands of a true artist, it sings. Kristin Chenoweth: The Art of Elegance will forever be a favorite album of mine.

From Concord's website:

Throughout a remarkable career that encompasses stellar work in live theatre, television, film, music and concerts, Kristin Chenoweth has established herself as one of the preeminent interpreters of American songcraft. After having covered country, Christian and Christmas music, the iconic artist continues her personal exploration on The Art of Elegance – her first album of American Songbook classics – scheduled for release on September 23, 2016 via Concord Records.

The follow-up to Chenoweth’s Concord debut Coming Home, The Art of Elegance is an ideal showcase for the charismatic artist’s sublime interpretative skills. The 13-song set, produced by veteran producer and vocalist Steve Tyrell, finds Chenoweth tackling timeless, beloved classics by the likes of George Gershwin (“Someone to Watch Over Me”), Harold Arlen (“Let’s Fall in Love”), Rodgers and Hart (“Bewitched, Bothered and Bewildered”), Burt Bacharach and Hal David (“A House Is Not a Home”), Hoagy Carmichael (“I Get Along Without You Very Well”) and Johnny Mercer (“Skylark”).

Although The Art of Elegance‘s 13 songs represent a diverse assortment of periods and styles, the material, along with Chenoweth’s personally charged performances, share the attitude that provides the album’s title.