Boy Wonder
Lenny Breau · 1998
73 min · 28 tracks · classical music
A vibrant tapestry of jazz, country, and classical influences woven through intricate guitar work and playful melodies.
Top tracks — play these first
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By the Light of the Silvery Moon / Back Home Again in Indiana / Barnyard Frolic / Mr. Sandman / I'm Confessing That I Love You / Third Ma — This track combines multiple classic pieces into a seamless medley that showcases Breau's ability to blend styles and demonstrate intricate fingerpicking techniques. The fluid transitions between songs highlight his remarkable versatility and inventive approach to familiar tunes.
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Cannon Ball Rag — In this lively performance, Breau displays his technical mastery and rhythmic precision, transforming a traditional ragtime piece into an expressive showcase of his signature style. The track exemplifies how he reinterpreted classic forms with freshness and creativity.
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Blue Heartaches — Breau's interpretation of this piece captures a deep emotional resonance while maintaining an upbeat tempo, showcasing his ability to convey complex feelings through intricate melodies. This track exemplifies his unique voice within the jazz genre.
Tracklist
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- 1 I'll See You in My Dreams 1:20
- 2 Cannon Ball Rag 1:59
- 3 John Henry 1:01
- 4 Alice Blue Gown / It's a Sin to Tell a Lie / I've Been Working on the Railroad 3:02
- 5 Birth of the Blues 1:17
- 6 Correna, Correna 1:19
- 7 By the Light of the Silvery Moon / Back Home Again in Indiana / Barnyard Frolic / Mr. Sandman / I'm Confessing That I Love You / Third Ma 6:55
- 8 Sonny's Special 2:16
- 9 Side by Side 2:38
- 10 Rainbow 1:51
- 11 The Blues Doubled 2:37
- 12 Speedy Blues 1:16
- 13 Blue Echo 1:09
- 14 Indian Love Call 2:37
- 15 Indian Love Call (alternate take) 1:33
- 16 Muskrat Ramble 2:17
- 17 Knock, Knock 2:15
- 18 Caravan 1:32
- 19 Chinatown, My Chinatown 1:13
- 20 Dance of the Goldenrods 0:47
- 21 The Waltz You Saved for Me 4:18
- 22 Out of Nowhere 3:39
- 23 It's Wonderful 2:17
- 24 Blue Heartaches 2:29
- 25 Blues in Extension 8:00
- 26 Speedy Jazz 3:23
- 27 September Song 2:43
- 28 Betty Cody / Breau / Al Hawkes Interview 5:12
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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