Brighten the Corner
Ella Fitzgerald · 1967
44 min · 14 tracks · jazz · soul · swing
A soulful collection of gospel standards infused with Ella Fitzgerald's unparalleled vocal warmth and emotional depth.
Why this album works
- Best for
- reflective moments of solace soulful warmth for quiet times gentle waves of emotional depth
- Context
- Released in 1967, 'Brighten the Corner' marked Ella Fitzgerald's return to recording traditional gospel music after a significant period focusing on jazz and popular standards. This album emerged during her later career phase, showcasing her versatility and connection to spiritual themes as she continued to reinterpret classic genres.
- If you like
- jazz, soul, swing
Brighten the Corner is an album by Ella Fitzgerald, released in 1967. A soulful collection of gospel standards infused with Ella Fitzgerald's unparalleled vocal warmth and emotional depth. This album is notable for its critical reception and influence on the gospel genre, highlighting Fitzgerald’s unique ability to cross over from jazz to spiritual music. It features her interpretations of well-known hymns and has been recognized for revitalizing interest in traditional gospel music among jazz audiences. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Brighten the Corner sound like?
A soulful collection of gospel standards infused with Ella Fitzgerald's unparalleled vocal warmth and emotional depth. Rooted in jazz and soul.
What makes Brighten the Corner by Ella Fitzgerald notable?
This album is notable for its critical reception and influence on the gospel genre, highlighting Fitzgerald’s unique ability to cross over from jazz to spiritual music. It features her interpretations of well-known hymns and has been recognized for revitalizing interest in traditional gospel music among jazz audiences. Released in 1967, 'Brighten the Corner' marked Ella Fitzgerald's return to recording traditional gospel music after a significant period focusing on jazz and popular standards. This album emerged during her later career phase, showcasing her versatility and connection to spiritual themes as she continued to reinterpret classic genres.
Who is Brighten the Corner for?
Brighten the Corner works well if you're into reflective moments of solace, soulful warmth for quiet times and gentle waves of emotional depth.
How many songs are on Brighten the Corner?
Brighten the Corner has 14 tracks, running approximately 44 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Abide With Me Standout 3:24
- 2 Just a Closer Walk With Thee Standout 5:00
- 3 The Old Rugged Cross 3:50
- 4 Brighten the Corner Where You Are 2:33
- 5 I Need Thee Every Hour 3:38
- 6 In the Garden 3:14
- 7 God Be With You Till We Meet Again 1:19
- 8 God Will Take Care of You 3:29
- 9 The Church in the Wildwood 3:00
- 10 Throw Out the Lifeline 3:12
- 11 I Shall Not Be Moved 2:40
- 12 Let the Lower Lights Be Burning 2:46
- 13 What a Friend We Have in Jesus Standout 4:02
- 14 Rock of Ages, Cleft for Me 1:58
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