The Carmen McRae – Betty Carter Duets
61 min · 12 tracks · jazz
A lush, intimate exchange of vocal mastery and emotional depth woven through jazz standards.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- intimate vocal exchanges
- wave-like emotional dynamics
- reflective afternoon listening
- engaging duets for conversation
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy tracks
- prefer standalone singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1987, 'The Carmen McRae – Betty Carter Duets' came after McRae's prolific career as a jazz vocalist. At this point, she was already an established artist known for her emotive singing style and interpretive skills. This album features her collaboration with fellow jazz icon Betty Carter, showcasing their chemistry and mutual respect within the jazz community.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Billie Holiday· Sarah Vaughan· Ella Fitzgerald
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 What's New? 4:21
- 2 Stolen Moments 3:38
- 3 But Beautiful 5:54
- 4 Am I Blue? 6:45
- 5 Glad to Be Unhappy / Where or When 5:33
- 6 Sometimes I'm Happy 7:56
- 7 Isn't It Romantic? 2:58
- 8 Sophisticated Lady 3:35
- 9 It Don't Mean a Thing (If It Ain't Got That Swing) 6:13
- 10 I Hear Music 2:51
- 11 Love Dance 8:08
- 12 That Old Devil Moon 3:48
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