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The Nearness of you

Highline Vocal Jazz
Duration: 04:55
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There's nothing like an a capella group performing in scarves and flannel shirts to make you feel warm about forthcoming Valentine’s Day. Here, Highline Vocal Jazz creates a special glow with a rendition of "The Nearness of You." Highline is a quintet formed in 2017 by friends living in NYC. In 2022, they were selected as national champions of the prestigious Harmony Sweepstakes a capella festival. In "Nearness," their lush vocal blend gives the impression of one unified instrument, with a preference for sweet harmonizations using 2nds, 6ths and major 7ths. They further display their musicality with the dramatic "wildest dreams" climax at 2:18 and pitch-perfect close arrangement at 2:40. If you’re looking for more up-tempo pieces, search YouTube for Highline’s renditions of "How High the Moon" and "Mas Que Nada." Enjoy, and remember to buy some chocolates for your loved one(s).

Posted by Scott Lichtman.


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