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Released 80 years ago

Frank Sinatra Conducts Music of Alec Wilder

Frank Sinatra · 1946

44 min · 13 tracks · blues · jazz · swing

A lush orchestral arrangement intertwines with Sinatra's smooth, emotive vocal delivery, embodying post-war sophistication.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • gentle orchestral elegance throughout
  • steady pacing for relaxed evenings
  • smooth vocals for intimate settings
  • soothing background for quiet moments

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of high-energy tracks
  • prefer standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

Themes
post-war sophistication· orchestral intimacy
Career context
By the time 'Frank Sinatra Conducts Music of Alec Wilder' was released in December 1946, Sinatra had transitioned from a popular big band vocalist to a burgeoning solo artist. This album followed his successful run with Columbia Records and marked a significant artistic collaboration, showcasing his ability to interpret complex compositions beyond mainstream pop.
Stylistic neighbors
Tony Bennett· Nat King Cole· Dean Martin
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Love Is the Thing by Nat King Cole — Features lush orchestral arrangements and smooth vocals, capturing post-war romantic sophistication.
Ella Fitzgerald Sings the George and Ira Gershwin Songbook by Ella Fitzgerald — Combines rich orchestration with emotive vocal interpretations, resonating with intimacy and elegance.
Cloud 7 by Tony Bennett — Marries big band arrangements with heartfelt vocals, reflecting a similar post-war sophistication and charm.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Air for Oboe 3:35
  • 2 Air for Bassoon 4:34
  • 3 Air for Flute 4:33
  • 4 Air for English Horn 3:57
  • 5 Slow Dance 4:06
  • 6 Theme and Variations 4:11
  • 7 Such a Tender Night 3:06
  • 8 She'll Be Seven in May 2:59
  • 9 It's Silk, Feel It! 2:31
  • 10 Seldom the Sun 3:16
  • 11 Her Old Man Was Suspicious 2:24
  • 12 His First Long Pants 2:37
  • 13 Pieces of Eight 2:26

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