Ella Fitzgerald Sings the Rodgers and Hart Songbook
Ella Fitzgerald · 1956
55 min · 17 tracks · jazz · soul · swing
A seamless blend of jazz sophistication and heartfelt emotion, showcasing Fitzgerald's vocal mastery over timeless standards.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady melodic journey throughout heartfelt emotions in every note for intimate gatherings
- Context
- By the time 'Ella Fitzgerald Sings the Rodgers and Hart Songbook' was released in 1956, Fitzgerald was already a celebrated figure in jazz. This album marked her first venture into a series dedicated to the works of specific composers, following her successful collaboration with Verve Records that began in 1954. It solidified her status as a leading interpreter of American popular song.
- If you like
- jazz, soul, swing
Ella Fitzgerald Sings the Rodgers and Hart Songbook is an album by Ella Fitzgerald, released in 1956. A seamless blend of jazz sophistication and heartfelt emotion, showcasing Fitzgerald's vocal mastery over timeless standards. This album is significant for its critical reception and lasting influence on jazz standards. It received widespread acclaim, often cited by critics as one of the finest examples of Fitzgerald's artistry, and has been pivotal in introducing Rodgers and Hart's catalog to new generations. The album helped elevate the concept of artist-themed songbooks in jazz, influencing subsequent artists to explore similar tributes. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Ella Fitzgerald Sings the Rodgers and Hart Songbook sound like?
A seamless blend of jazz sophistication and heartfelt emotion, showcasing Fitzgerald's vocal mastery over timeless standards. Rooted in jazz and soul.
What makes Ella Fitzgerald Sings the Rodgers and Hart Songbook by Ella Fitzgerald notable?
This album is significant for its critical reception and lasting influence on jazz standards. It received widespread acclaim, often cited by critics as one of the finest examples of Fitzgerald's artistry, and has been pivotal in introducing Rodgers and Hart's catalog to new generations. The album helped elevate the concept of artist-themed songbooks in jazz, influencing subsequent artists to explore similar tributes. By the time 'Ella Fitzgerald Sings the Rodgers and Hart Songbook' was released in 1956, Fitzgerald was already a celebrated figure in jazz. This album marked her first venture into a series dedicated to the works of specific composers, following her successful collaboration with Verve Records that began in 1954. It solidified her status as a leading interpreter of American popular song.
Who is Ella Fitzgerald Sings the Rodgers and Hart Songbook for?
Ella Fitzgerald Sings the Rodgers and Hart Songbook works well if you're into steady melodic journey throughout, heartfelt emotions in every note and for intimate gatherings.
How many songs are on Ella Fitzgerald Sings the Rodgers and Hart Songbook?
Ella Fitzgerald Sings the Rodgers and Hart Songbook has 17 tracks, running approximately 55 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Have You Met Miss Jones? 3:43
- 2 You Took Advantage of Me 3:29
- 3 A Ship Without a Sail 4:09
- 4 This Can’t Be Love 2:55
- 5 The Lady Is a Tramp Standout 3:24
- 6 Manhattan Standout 2:50
- 7 Johnny One Note 2:14
- 8 I Wish I Were in Love Again 2:39
- 9 Spring Is Here Standout 3:41
- 10 It Never Entered My Mind 4:07
- 11 Where or When 2:49
- 12 Little Girl Blue 3:54
- 13 I’ve Got Five Dollars 2:43
- 14 Dancing on the Ceiling 4:09
- 15 The Blue Room 2:31
- 16 To Keep My Love Alive 3:38
- 17 With a Song in My Heart 2:44
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