Live in Japan
Sarah Vaughan · 1973
57 min · 14 tracks · bebop · cool jazz
An intimate jazz performance that captures the essence of Sarah Vaughan's rich vocal artistry and emotional depth.
Why this album works
- Best for
- intimate evening listening experience dynamic journey with emotional peaks vocal artistry that captivates attention
- Context
- By 1973, Sarah Vaughan was an established jazz vocalist with a career spanning over two decades. 'Live in Japan' followed her previous albums, showcasing her evolution as an artist and her ability to connect deeply with audiences globally, particularly after her successful tours throughout the 1960s.
- If you like
- bebop, cool jazz
Live in Japan is an album by Sarah Vaughan, released in 1973. An intimate jazz performance that captures the essence of Sarah Vaughan's rich vocal artistry and emotional depth. This live album is significant for its showcase of Vaughan's improvisational skills and vocal prowess, solidifying her status in the jazz canon. It received positive critical acclaim and contributed to her legacy as one of the premier jazz singers of the time, influencing generations of vocalists. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Live in Japan sound like?
An intimate jazz performance that captures the essence of Sarah Vaughan's rich vocal artistry and emotional depth. Rooted in bebop and cool jazz.
What makes Live in Japan by Sarah Vaughan notable?
This live album is significant for its showcase of Vaughan's improvisational skills and vocal prowess, solidifying her status in the jazz canon. It received positive critical acclaim and contributed to her legacy as one of the premier jazz singers of the time, influencing generations of vocalists. By 1973, Sarah Vaughan was an established jazz vocalist with a career spanning over two decades. 'Live in Japan' followed her previous albums, showcasing her evolution as an artist and her ability to connect deeply with audiences globally, particularly after her successful tours throughout the 1960s.
Who is Live in Japan for?
Live in Japan works well if you're into intimate evening listening experience, dynamic journey with emotional peaks and vocal artistry that captivates attention.
How many songs are on Live in Japan?
Live in Japan has 14 tracks, running approximately 57 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 A Foggy Day 1:50
- 2 Poor Butterfly 5:16
- 3 The Lamp Is Low 1:51
- 4 ’Round Midnight 5:43
- 5 Willow Weep for Me 4:35
- 6 There Will Never Be Another You 1:38
- 7 Misty Standout 3:24
- 8 Wave 7:09
- 9 Like Someone in Love 2:49
- 10 My Funny Valentine 5:52
- 11 All of Me 2:25
- 12 Love Story (Where Do I Begin) 5:12
- 13 Over the Rainbow Standout 7:22
- 14 I Could Write a Book 2:25
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