Clap Hands, Here Comes Charlie!
Ella Fitzgerald · 1961
50 min · 14 tracks · jazz · soul · swing
Ella Fitzgerald's lush vocals glide through intricate jazz arrangements, blending swing and soul with effortless sophistication.
Why this album works
- Best for
- sophisticated late-night ambiance dynamic flow with varied energy intimate moments of reflection
- Context
- By 1961, Ella Fitzgerald had already established herself as a leading figure in jazz. 'Clap Hands, Here Comes Charlie!' followed her acclaimed series of songbook albums and showcased her ability to interpret popular standards with emotional depth and technical brilliance.
- If you like
- jazz, soul, swing
Clap Hands, Here Comes Charlie! is an album by Ella Fitzgerald, released in 1961. Ella Fitzgerald's lush vocals glide through intricate jazz arrangements, blending swing and soul with effortless sophistication. This album is significant for its critical acclaim, featuring standout tracks like 'Cry Me a River' that highlighted Fitzgerald's emotive singing style. It further solidified her status within the jazz genre during a time when she was expanding her audience beyond traditional jazz circles. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Clap Hands, Here Comes Charlie! sound like?
Ella Fitzgerald's lush vocals glide through intricate jazz arrangements, blending swing and soul with effortless sophistication. Rooted in jazz and soul.
What makes Clap Hands, Here Comes Charlie! by Ella Fitzgerald notable?
This album is significant for its critical acclaim, featuring standout tracks like 'Cry Me a River' that highlighted Fitzgerald's emotive singing style. It further solidified her status within the jazz genre during a time when she was expanding her audience beyond traditional jazz circles. By 1961, Ella Fitzgerald had already established herself as a leading figure in jazz. 'Clap Hands, Here Comes Charlie!' followed her acclaimed series of songbook albums and showcased her ability to interpret popular standards with emotional depth and technical brilliance.
Who is Clap Hands, Here Comes Charlie! for?
Clap Hands, Here Comes Charlie! works well if you're into sophisticated late-night ambiance, dynamic flow with varied energy and intimate moments of reflection.
How many songs are on Clap Hands, Here Comes Charlie!?
Clap Hands, Here Comes Charlie! has 14 tracks, running approximately 50 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 A Night in Tunisia 4:11
- 2 You’re My Thrill 3:39
- 3 My Reverie 3:22
- 4 Stella by Starlight 3:21
- 5 'Round Midnight Standout 3:31
- 6 Jersey Bounce 3:36
- 7 Signing Off 3:49
- 8 Cry Me a River Standout 4:16
- 9 This Year’s Kisses 2:20
- 10 Good Morning Heartache Standout 4:23
- 11 (I Was) Born to Be Blue 2:45
- 12 Clap Hands, Here Comes Charlie! 2:46
- 13 Spring Can Really Hang You Up the Most 6:17
- 14 Music Goes 'Round and 'Round 2:28
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