Ella Fitzgerald Sings the Jerome Kern Songbook
Ella Fitzgerald · 1963
42 min · 12 tracks · jazz · soul · swing
Ella Fitzgerald's velvet voice glides effortlessly over lush orchestral arrangements, breathing new life into classic Jerome Kern standards.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady melodic journey throughout velvet vocals for relaxed moments for romantic evenings
- Context
- By the time 'Ella Fitzgerald Sings the Jerome Kern Songbook' was released in 1963, Fitzgerald was already a celebrated jazz icon, having solidified her status with numerous acclaimed albums. This record is part of her ambitious Songbook series, which began with 'Ella Fitzgerald Sings the Cole Porter Songbook' in 1956, showcasing her ability to interpret and revitalize American songwriters' works.
- If you like
- jazz, soul, swing
Ella Fitzgerald Sings the Jerome Kern Songbook is an album by Ella Fitzgerald, released in 1963. Ella Fitzgerald's velvet voice glides effortlessly over lush orchestral arrangements, breathing new life into classic Jerome Kern standards. This album is significant for its contribution to the Great American Songbook repertoire and received critical acclaim upon release. It peaked at No. 8 on the Billboard Jazz Albums chart, further enhancing Fitzgerald's legacy as a leading figure in jazz music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Ella Fitzgerald Sings the Jerome Kern Songbook sound like?
Ella Fitzgerald's velvet voice glides effortlessly over lush orchestral arrangements, breathing new life into classic Jerome Kern standards. Rooted in jazz and soul.
What makes Ella Fitzgerald Sings the Jerome Kern Songbook by Ella Fitzgerald notable?
This album is significant for its contribution to the Great American Songbook repertoire and received critical acclaim upon release. It peaked at No. 8 on the Billboard Jazz Albums chart, further enhancing Fitzgerald's legacy as a leading figure in jazz music. By the time 'Ella Fitzgerald Sings the Jerome Kern Songbook' was released in 1963, Fitzgerald was already a celebrated jazz icon, having solidified her status with numerous acclaimed albums. This record is part of her ambitious Songbook series, which began with 'Ella Fitzgerald Sings the Cole Porter Songbook' in 1956, showcasing her ability to interpret and revitalize American songwriters' works.
Who is Ella Fitzgerald Sings the Jerome Kern Songbook for?
Ella Fitzgerald Sings the Jerome Kern Songbook works well if you're into steady melodic journey throughout, velvet vocals for relaxed moments and for romantic evenings.
How many songs are on Ella Fitzgerald Sings the Jerome Kern Songbook?
Ella Fitzgerald Sings the Jerome Kern Songbook has 12 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Let’s Begin 2:58
- 2 A Fine Romance 3:37
- 3 All the Things You Are Standout 3:17
- 4 I’ll Be Hard to Handle 3:49
- 5 You Couldn’t Be Cuter 3:15
- 6 She Didn’t Say Yes 3:22
- 7 I’m Old Fashioned 3:29
- 8 Remind Me 3:51
- 9 The Way You Look Tonight Standout 4:29
- 10 Yesterdays 2:51
- 11 Can’t Help Lovin’ Dat Man Standout 3:55
- 12 Why Was I Born? 3:43
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