Derek Taylor (allaboutjazz) wrote "This date takes even more chances relying on an instrumentation that leaves no place for the artist to hide … while the program of chosen standards is largely a familiar one, the fertile ways in which the duo interprets them are where the session really exhibits vitality and verve." Steven Loewy (All Music Guide) wrote "Washington is a stylist at heart, and although she does boast a solid range, it is her feel for the lyrics that makes this recording so special … Washington takes chances that few others would risk … the raw, naked quality of the recording makes this something special.