Jazz Articles about Sarah Vaughan

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Sarah Vaughan: After Hours at the London House

by Samuel Chell
October 12, 2006

It's best not to assume you have this recording, even if you do. Vaughan recorded two albums entitled After Hours--one a 1961 Roulette session with bass and guitar accompaniment, the other this recently reissued 1958 Mercury recording featuring the legendary singer with her regular trio, joined by four guest musicians from the Count Basie band. Although not as well known, this latter recording is the better bet, if only because of the presence of Thad Jones and Frank Wess, along ...

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Sarah Vaughan: Love Songs

by Jim Santella
January 6, 2005

Recorded between January 1949 and January 1953, this compilation of fourteen romantic ballads by one of the word's greatest interpreters moves nice and slow. With the lush sounds of a full orchestra in support, Sarah Vaughan weaves her magic spell delicately and with true passion.

While the album includes several well-known instrumental soloists and leaders in various lineups, they're here only to accompany. Vaughan interprets each love song slowly, with tenderness and with a gentle caress. She was ...