"Some Lessons Learned" is a studio album by Kristin Chenoweth, featuring a collection of jazz and singer-songwriter standards. The album showcases Chenoweth's vocal prowess through reinterpretations of familiar tunes.
- The album was released on October 10, 2011, by Masterworks. It features arrangements by Nevin Steinberg and musical direction by John McDaniel. The recording sessions took place at The Music Compound in Los Angeles.
- "Some Lessons Learned" reached number 100 on the Billboard 200 chart and number 4 on the Billboard Jazz Albums chart. It was Chenoweth's third studio album and first on the Masterworks label. The album includes covers of songs such as "What Would I Do Without You" and "Dear Prudence".
- The album was produced by Jay David Saks, who had previously worked with artists like Barbra Streisand and Bette Midler. It was met with generally positive reviews, with critics praising Chenoweth's interpretation of the material. The release was supported by a promotional tour.
Kristin Chenoweth is a Tony Award-winning actress and singer, known for her versatile performances on Broadway and screen. At the time of "Some Lessons Learned," she was expanding her recording career with a focus on the Great American Songbook.
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