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Sassy Swings the Tivoli

Sarah Vaughan

116 min · 31 tracks · jazz

A vibrant blend of jazz standards infused with Vaughan's rich vocals and playful interpretations, capturing the essence of mid-century jazz.

Top tracks — play these first

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    I Feel Pretty Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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    Misty — Vaughan’s rendition of Misty stands out due to her emotive delivery and nuanced phrasing, making it a definitive interpretation of this jazz standard.
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    Lover Man — This track showcases Vaughan's ability to blend sensuality with power, highlighting her dynamic vocal range and mastery over tempo and timing.
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    Fly Me to the Moon — Her interpretation transforms this classic into an intimate conversation, with subtle variations that elevate the emotional stakes of the lyrics.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • heartfelt ballads for reflective moments
  • vibrant energy for social gatherings
  • wave-like pacing for easy listening
  • for late-night relaxation

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer fast-paced instant gratification
  • only enjoy standalone tracks

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — This album showcased Vaughan's unique style, enhancing her reputation in jazz.
Career context
Released in 1963, Sassy Swings the Tivoli came during Sarah Vaughan's prolific period as a recording artist. It followed her acclaimed album 'Sarah Vaughan in Hi-Fi' and showcased her ability to reinterpret classic songs with fresh energy, further solidifying her status as a leading figure in jazz.
Stylistic neighbors
Ella Fitzgerald· Billie Holiday· Nancy Wilson

Tracklist

Disc 1

  • 1 I Feel Pretty Start here 2:34
  • 2 Misty 5:56
  • 3 What Is This Thing Called Love? 2:04
  • 4 Lover Man 5:56
  • 5 Sometimes I’m Happy 4:30
  • 6 Won’t You Come Home, Bill Bailey? 3:14
  • 7 Tenderly 2:33
  • 8 Sassy’s Blues 5:40
  • 9 Polka Dots and Moonbeams 4:27
  • 11 Poor Butterfly 3:12
  • 12 I Could Write a Book 2:21
  • 13 Time After Time 4:56
  • 14 All of Me 1:43
  • 15 I Hadn’t Anyone Till You 3:17
  • 16 I Can’t Give You Anything but Love 2:46

Disc 2

  • 1 I’ll Be Seeing You 5:32
  • 2 Maria 5:51
  • 3 Day in Day Out 2:15
  • 4 Fly Me to the Moon 4:39
  • 5 Baubles, Bangles and Beads 3:07
  • 6 The Lady’s in Love With You 2:15
  • 7 Honeysuckle Rose 3:14
  • 8 What Is This Thing Called Love 2:01
  • 9 Lover Man 4:06
  • 10 I Cried for You 2:19
  • 11 The More I See You 5:26
  • 12 Say It Isn’t So 5:11
  • 13 Black Coffee 4:40
  • 14 Just One of Those Things 2:33
  • 15 On Green Dolphin Street 3:04
  • 16 Over the Rainbow 5:11

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