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Tony Bennett: Tony Bennett Sings Ellington Hot and Cool
Although I’ve lost count of the number of CDs released this year that have paid tribute to Duke Ellington on his 100th anniversary, I find this one to be especially noteworthy. Tony Bennett is not a “jazz singer” by definition, but there is no question that throughout his career he has been heavily influenced by the genre. His recordings with Count Basie, Bill Evans, Stan Getz and Dizzy Gillespie, among others, display his love for the music and the great songs it has produced. The 73-year-old Bennett is in fine voice on this warm collection of standards (It Don’t Mean A Thing, Sophisticated Lady), rarities (Azure, Day Dream) and some Ellington classics vocalists rarely tackle (Caravan). Bennett is backed by The Ralph Sharon Quartet, a big band and a lush string orchestra, with guest stars Wynton Marsalis (trumpet) and Al Grey (trombone) adding additional lustre to this intimate, classy affair. You’ll love it madly!
Track Listing
1. Do Nothin' Till You Hear From Me
2. Mood Indigo
3. She's Got It Bad (And That Ain't Good)
4. Caravan
5. Chelsea Bridge
6. Azure
7. I'm Just A Lucky So-And-So
8. In A Sentimental Mood
9. Don't Get Around Much Anymore
10. Sophisticated Lady
11. In A Mellow Tone
12. Day Dream
13. Prelude To A Kiss
14. It Don't Mean A Thing (If It Ain't Got That Swing)
Personnel
Album information
Title: Tony Bennett Sings Ellington Hot and Cool
| Year Released: 2003
| Record Label: RPM
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