Is In Montreux a good place to start with Dee Dee Bridgewater?

Yes, In Montreux is recommended as a starting point for new Dee Dee Bridgewater listeners. Dee Dee Bridgewater's voice weaves through lush jazz arrangements, balancing emotional depth with vibrant energy across each track. In Montreux marked Dee Dee Bridgewater's return to the forefront of jazz after her acclaimed album, Dear Ella, in 1997. By 1990, she was establishing herself as a prominent figure in vocal jazz, building on her reputation from earlier successes while exploring deeper interpretations of classic standards. This live album showcases her artistry and improvisational skills within an intimate concert setting.

Who is In Montreux for?

In Montreux works well if you're into long, emotive vocal expressions, intimate late-night listening sessions and reflective moments of solitude.

How many songs are on In Montreux?

In Montreux has 7 tracks, running approximately 49 minutes.

In Montreux

Dee Dee Bridgewater · 1990

49 min · 7 tracks · jazz

Dee Dee Bridgewater's voice weaves through lush jazz arrangements, balancing emotional depth with vibrant energy across each track.

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Top tracks — play these first

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All of Me Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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Strange Fruit — This haunting rendition transforms the iconic protest song into a poignant statement, showcasing Bridgewater's ability to convey deep emotional resonance through her vocal delivery.
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Night in Tunisia — Bridgewater’s interpretation infuses the classic with fresh energy and innovative phrasing, demonstrating her skillful improvisation and command over complex rhythms.
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A Child Is Born — This track highlights Bridgewater's delicate vocal nuances and expressive phrasing, creating an atmosphere of warmth and introspection that complements the song's themes.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

long, emotive vocal expressions
intimate late-night listening sessions
reflective moments of solitude
sophisticated arrangements with depth

Maybe skip if you

prefer fast-paced, upbeat music
seek instant gratification

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Fan Favorite — Well-regarded live album showcasing Bridgewater's vocal prowess and performance energy.
Career context: In Montreux marked Dee Dee Bridgewater's return to the forefront of jazz after her acclaimed album, Dear Ella, in 1997. By 1990, she was establishing herself as a prominent figure in vocal jazz, building on her reputation from earlier successes while exploring deeper interpretations of classic standards. This live album showcases her artistry and improvisational skills within an intimate concert setting.
Stylistic neighbors: Nina Simone· Cassandra Wilson· Diana Krall

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Tracklist

1 All of Me Start here 7:52
2 How Insensitive (Insensatez) 7:51
3 Just Friends 7:51
4 A Child Is Born 4:35
5 Strange Fruit 5:12
6 Night in Tunisia 9:17
7 Horace Silver Medley: Sister Sadie / Next Time I Fall in Love / Señor Blues 7:11

What to play next

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All of Me

1992

Continues the live performance energy with a focus on vocal expression.

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Victim of Love

1989

Sets the stage with similar themes of love and personal experience.

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