Compact Jazz: The Swingle Singers
The Swingle Singers · 1987
58 min · 16 tracks · a cappella
A vibrant tapestry of classical melodies reimagined through intricate vocal harmonies and rhythmic precision.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- vibrant vocal harmonies throughout
- wave-like pacing with peaks
- engaging for attentive listening
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek consistent high-energy tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Compact Jazz: The Swingle Singers' was released in 1987, The Swingle Singers had already established themselves as pioneers in the a cappella genre with their innovative arrangements. This album followed their celebrated works from the late 1960s and early 1970s, showcasing their ability to blend classical music with jazz influences while continuing to push the boundaries of vocal performance.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Pentatonix· Voca People· The Bobs
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Air for G String 5:39
- 2 Zortzico 2:06
- 3 Scherzo from Sonata for violin and piano, op. 24 1:13
- 4 Three Windows 7:12
- 5 Aranjuez (after de Adagio, 2nd movement of the Concerte d'Aranjuez) 4:20
- 6 When I Am Laid in Earth 5:04
- 7 Tango in D Major (№2 from “España”, op. 165) 2:14
- 8 Etude Op.25 №2 1:29
- 9 Vendome 3:33
- 10 Le Marche de Limoges (Pictures at an Exhibition) 1:25
- 11 Little David's Fugue 4:17
- 12 Andante from Quartet, op. 44 №1 3:30
- 13 Ricercare à 6 6:31
- 14 Romance Espagnole 2:37
- 15 Alexander's Fugue 4:53
- 16 Little Prelude and Fugue (Album for the Young) 2:08
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