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Close Your Eyes by Lila Ammons

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"Close Your Eyes" by Lila Ammons

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Album Title: The Nearness of You
Label: Self Produced
Released: 2013

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Written by Bernice Petkere (dubbed the "Queen of Tinpan Alley," Ammons takes a vibrant "swing" at one of Petkere's most popular tunes, "Close Your Eyes." “She [Lila Ammons] can make a common standard beautifully uncommon, and brings charm and passion to tunes that deserve more attention.” –Jazz Police

Personnel

Lila Ammons: vocals; Houston Person: tenor sax; James Weidman: piano; Steve Williams: drums. Leon Dorsey, bass

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Lila Ammons
vocals

Date featured

September 29, 2013

This song appears by permission of the contributing artist and/or record company. It is for personal use only; no other rights are granted or implied.


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