Released 30 years ago
Ballads: Solo Jazz Standards
André Previn · 1996
55 min · 14 tracks · classical music
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalPrevin's interpretations of jazz standards are skillful and engaging, making this a rewarding listen for fans of the genre.
What we noticed
- Each piece is structured around a clear melodic line, often embellished with intricate harmonies and variations that highlight Previn's improvisational skills.
- The tempo varies from slow ballads to moderately paced pieces, creating a reflective mood that invites deep listening.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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9/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- intimate moments of quiet reflection
- melancholic melodies for late nights
- soothing sounds for rainy days
- tender expressions of romantic longing
Maybe skip if you
- prefer upbeat, high-energy tracks
- want fast-paced listening experiences
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — A solid entry in Previn's catalog focusing on jazz standards, but not a major highlight.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Leonard Bernstein· George Gershwin· Oscar Peterson
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 More Than You Know 4:11
- 2 It Could Happen to You: Rainy Day 4:51
- 3 My Funny Valentine 3:05
- 4 How Are Things in Glocca Morra? 4:30
- 5 Have You Met Miss Jones: Nobody's Heart 4:23
- 6 In Our Little Boat 3:00
- 7 As Time Goes By 3:00
- 8 My Melancholy Baby 4:48
- 9 It Only Happens When I Dance Without You 4:17
- 10 Angel Eyes 4:08
- 11 In the Wee Small Hours of the Morning 3:42
- 12 It Might as Well Be Spring 4:05
- 13 The Second Time Around 4:11
- 14 Dance of Life 3:16
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