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The performance closed with “Will Never Be Forgotten,” a lament with a descending bass line and a melody that winds downward like a teardrop.

It’s like a lament, with some dark, harsh moments as well.

“Tomorrow makes 30 years that I’ve been disabled. And I’ve been disabled again” by an airline, she said, punctuating her lament with profanity.

“Wall-E” is an ecologist’s lament with Buster Keaton’s chops.

Rather than deliver an impersonation, Ross captures the emotion and energy of Holiday’s lament with measure and care.