Sarah Vaughan with Clifford Brown
Sarah Vaughan · 1955
46 min · 9 tracks · jazz
A lush blend of intricate melodies and emotional depth, showcasing Vaughan's vocal mastery alongside Brown's virtuosic trumpet lines.
Top tracks — play these first
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September Song Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Lullaby of Birdland — This track exemplifies Vaughan's vocal agility and emotional expression, perfectly complemented by Brown's expressive trumpet solos that enhance the song's dreamy quality.
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April in Paris — Vaughan's interpretation of this standard showcases her ability to imbue each lyric with deep feeling, while Brown’s improvisational flair adds layers to the melodic line.
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Embraceable You — The tender phrasing and intimate delivery from Vaughan create a poignant atmosphere, while Brown’s subtle background harmonies enrich the listening experience.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong compositions and exceptional performances, blending vocals and trumpet in a distinctive jazz style.
What we noticed
- The arrangement features lush orchestration, with strings and horns complementing both the vocals and trumpet solos.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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9/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady melodic exploration throughout
- intimate moments for quiet reflection
- for late evening relaxation
- lush vocals paired with trumpet
- soothing vibes for winding down
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced listening
- seek high-energy party tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album marked a significant transition to bebop, enhancing Vaughan's reputation.
- Themes
- bebop innovation· intimate jazz clubs· 1950s vocal mastery
- Career context
- Released in 1955, this album marked a significant moment in Sarah Vaughan's career as it highlighted her transition from traditional jazz to the more complex bebop style. At this point, she had already established herself as a prominent figure in jazz, but her collaboration with Clifford Brown elevated her artistry and showcased her ability to adapt and innovate within the genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ella Fitzgerald· Billie Holiday· Nancy Wilson
Tracklist
- 2 September Song Start here 5:47
- 3 I'm Glad There's You 5:11
- 4 You're Not the Kind 4:45
- 5 Jim 5:52
- 6 He's My Guy 4:14
- 7 April in Paris 6:22
- 8 It's Crazy 4:58
- 9 Embraceable You 4:50
- 10 Lullaby of Birdland 3:58
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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