Mel Tormé and the Marty Paich Dektette – Reunion cover

Mel Tormé and the Marty Paich Dektette – Reunion

Mel Tormé · 1988

43 min · 9 tracks · traditional pop

A lush blend of traditional pop and jazz, showcasing Tormé's velvety vocals against orchestral arrangements.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing with gradual peaks
  • velvety vocals for relaxed evenings
  • orchestral arrangements for cozy atmospheres
  • for intimate gatherings

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced listening experiences
  • seek standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1988, Mel Tormé was a seasoned artist, having already established himself as a prominent figure in jazz and pop. 'Reunion' marked a significant return to collaboration with arranger Marty Paich, revitalizing their creative partnership after years apart since the early 1960s. This album came at a time when Tormé sought to reconnect with his roots in jazz while appealing to both new and longtime fans.
Stylistic neighbors
Nat King Cole· Frank Sinatra· Tony Bennett

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Sweet Georgia Brown 3:05
  • 2 Walk Between Raindrops 2:52
  • 3 When You Wish Upon a Star / I'm Wishing 5:44
  • 4 Bossa Nova Potpourri: The Gift / One Note Samba / How Insensitive 5:19
  • 5 The Trolley Song / Get Me to the Church on Time 4:54
  • 6 More Than You Know 4:45
  • 7 The Goodbye Look 5:48
  • 8 The Blues 4:46
  • 9 For Whom the Bell Tolls / Spain (I Can Recall) 6:42

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