[1] It was recorded from a March 2011 show at the historic Algonquin Hotel's Oak Room.

[2][3] It was the last recorded performance at the venue before it closed[4] in early 2012 after thirty-two years.

[7] AllMusic critic Ken Dryden rated the album four stars, commenting "Frishberg and Molaskey make quite a team, with a playful attitude and rapport that makes it seem like they've been a team for years"[2] Christopher Louden of the JazzTimes lamented the loss of the venue, but said of the artists that "Jessica Molaskey is best known for swapping quips with husband John Pizzarelli, pianist and vocalist Dave Frishberg has been her frequent sparring partner over the years, and their silk-and-sandpaper rapport is every bit as engaging.

"[3] Stephen Holden reviewed the original performance and source material for the New York Times, writing "the level of craftsmanship in Mr. Frishberg’s songs is equaled only by that of Stephen Sondheim.

Every phrase is chiseled, each word sealed into place, the better to allow that "little voice that whispers crystal clear” to have its say."