I do think the arrangements and styles that the traditional and historical French cabaret artists contributed are of the highest merit and certainly I will be reliving and revisiting some of these amazing artists.  This will all depend on the material I choose and how the arrangements unfold.  Any arrangements on my CD were fully collaborated with Philip Fortenberry, my pianist and musical director.  We collaborated in the presence of each other ; to   suit the melodies, the voice of the piano, marrying my voice which always were driven by the word painting that comes from the lyrics.  The technology of the mixing of the recording was delicately thought out so that the piano and keys we sang in actually blended all the live musical elements together, which in turn aided in creating more overtones.  This presence between the voice and the piano was quite the challenge. This is how Philip and I  worked to create the song cycle/  concept album of WIDE AWAKE AND DREAMING." This cabaret arena is new for me.  I have always loved the art of the song recital in my classical training.  It entices the same  intimacy that is revered in the cabaret arena.  When the boundaries of  musical theatre began  to limit  my expression, that is when I looked for an outlet.   I still believe I have something to share and perhaps to leave behind.  I find that notion very romantic and in some ways a huge responsibility; to respect cabaret as an art form while still breaking new ground for self expression.....very challenging and very exhilarating....and realistically, very very expensive.

I was curious and eager to know about the best advice Rebecca received from her parents and friends, and more particularly  the best advice she ever gave to friends and peers. Rebecca obliged: "The best advice I got from my parents was to always tell the truth, follow your dreams, believe in higher education,  and that you don’t have to tell everything that you know...The best advice I got from my friends is to keep your individuality and hold it precious and to never lose your sense of humor." Would such a wise woman have regrets in life? "I have no regrets in my career, at age 43, I am very proud of that.  Any cross roads that I did have to make decision about were thought about long and hard enough that when change appeared to be abrupt, it was only inevitable.  I believe in full circles and I believe that there are no coincidences in life.  Everything happens for a reason." Rebecca tenderly replied.