Sings Days of Wine and Roses, Moon River and Other Academy Award Winners
Frank Sinatra · 1964
34 min · 11 tracks · blues · jazz · swing
A lush orchestral backdrop supports Sinatra's smooth, emotive vocals, delivering timeless ballads steeped in nostalgia.
Why this album works
This album is notable for its collection of Oscar-winning songs, contributing to Sinatra's legacy as a master interpreter of popular music. It features hits like 'Moon River', which not only charted well but also solidified Sinatra's role in bringing cinematic music to mainstream audiences.
- Best for
- nostalgic reflections on romance steady pacing for evening relaxation smooth vocals for intimate moments
- Context
- In 1964, Frank Sinatra was at a significant point in his career, transitioning from the peak of his commercial success in the 1950s to a period of artistic exploration. This album followed his critically acclaimed 'September of My Years' and continued to showcase his ability to interpret popular songs, particularly those recognized by the Academy Awards.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Miles Davis· Thelonious Monk· Jula de Palma· Milva· Herbie Hancock· Aretha Franklin· Dave Brubeck· Oscar Peterson
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Days of Wine and Roses Standout 2:14
- 2 Moon River Standout 3:15
- 3 The Way You Look Tonight Standout 3:21
- 4 Three Coins in the Fountain 3:39
- 5 In the Cool, Cool, Cool of the Evening 1:53
- 6 Secret Love 3:52
- 7 Swinging on a Star 2:50
- 8 It Might as Well Be Spring 3:26
- 9 The Continental 3:12
- 10 Love Is a Many-Splendored Thing 3:20
- 11 All the Way 3:27
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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