Sophie Milman is a young jazz singer whose background is as eclectic as her repertoire. She's originally from Russia, then her family moved to Israel, and then on to Toronto when she was a teenager.

In an interview on NPR's Weekend Edition this morning, she talked about her background, her influences, and approach to singing.

The interview includes song clips from Sophie Milman's album "Make Someone Happy," which includes songs ranging from People Will Say We're In Love and the title track to Matchmaker, Matchmaker... yes, the song from Fiddler on the Roof.

Sophie Milman is a great young singer. You can listen to the interview at the link below, and also buy her new CD there.