What makes Big Band Reflections of Cole Porter by Jazz Orchestra of the Delta notable?

This album is notable for its fresh orchestral arrangements of Cole Porter's classics, contributing to the resurgence of interest in big band jazz during the early 2000s. It garnered positive critical reception and was recognized for its sophisticated interpretations, helping to bridge generational gaps in jazz appreciation. Released in 2003, 'Big Band Reflections of Cole Porter' marked a significant project for the Jazz Orchestra of the Delta, showcasing their ability to reinterpret classic jazz compositions within a big band format. This album followed their previous works and indicated a commitment to preserving and revitalizing the American songbook, particularly that of Cole Porter, a key figure in the Great American Songbook tradition.

Who is Big Band Reflections of Cole Porter for?

Big Band Reflections of Cole Porter works well if you're into steady mid-tempo orchestral flow, romantic ambiance for intimate evenings and sing-along nostalgia for classics.

How many songs are on Big Band Reflections of Cole Porter?

Big Band Reflections of Cole Porter has 9 tracks, running approximately 39 minutes.

Big Band Reflections of Cole Porter

Jazz Orchestra of the Delta · 2003

39 min · 9 tracks · jazz

A rich tapestry of orchestral jazz breathing new life into Cole Porter's timeless standards.

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Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 2003, 'Big Band Reflections of Cole Porter' marked a significant project for the Jazz Orchestra of the Delta, showcasing their ability to reinterpret classic jazz compositions within a big band format. This album followed their previous works and indicated a commitment to preserving and revitalizing the American songbook, particularly that of Cole Porter, a key figure in the Great American Songbook tradition.
Stylistic neighbors: Sun Ra· Charles Mingus· Albert Mangelsdorff

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady mid-tempo orchestral flow
romantic ambiance for intimate evenings
sing-along nostalgia for classics
background warmth for gatherings

Maybe skip if you want

seeking fast-paced excitement
prefer standalone singles

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 It's All Right With Me 4:16
2 Love For Sale 5:11
3 Night and Day 2:47
4 Twelve 3:52
5 So in Love 5:31
6 Ev'rything I Love 5:17
7 From This Moment On 3:07
8 Two in Love 5:22
9 What Is This Thing Called Love 4:18

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