Oscar Peterson Plays the Cole Porter Songbook
Oscar Peterson · 1959
33 min · 12 tracks · blues · funk · bebop
Lush piano melodies intertwine with intricate rhythms, breathing new life into classic Cole Porter standards.
Why this album works
Oscar Peterson Plays the Cole Porter Songbook is significant for its critical acclaim and its role in popularizing jazz interpretations of Broadway standards. The album was well-received, showcasing Peterson's virtuosity and establishing him as a leading jazz pianist capable of bridging popular and classical influences.
- Best for
- short, captivating listening sessions steady melodic exploration intimate evening ambiance
- Context
- By 1959, Oscar Peterson was an established figure in jazz, having released several acclaimed albums. This album marked his exploration of the Great American Songbook, particularly focusing on Cole Porter's sophisticated compositions, following his breakthrough in the late 1950s with a series of successful records.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Charles Aznavour· Leon Redbone· Bruce Cockburn· Paul Bley· Frank Sinatra· Ella Fitzgerald· Aretha Franklin· Bing Crosby
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 In the Still of the Night 2:53
- 2 It's All Right With Me 2:55
- 3 Love for Sale 3:30
- 4 Just One of Those Things 2:25
- 5 I've Got You Under My Skin Standout 2:51
- 6 Ev'ry Time We Say Goodbye 2:21
- 7 Night and Day Standout 2:34
- 8 Easy to Love 2:38
- 9 Why Can't You Behave 3:02
- 10 I Love Paris Standout 2:13
- 11 I Concentrate on You 3:12
- 12 It's De-Lovely 2:28
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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