Vaughan with Voices
Sarah Vaughan · 1964
37 min · 12 tracks · jazz
A lush blend of jazz and orchestral arrangements that showcases Vaughan's rich, emotive vocal style.
Top tracks — play these first
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My Coloring Book Start here — This track stands out for its poignant melody and emotional delivery, becoming one of Vaughan's most recognized performances.
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Days of Wine and Roses — Vaughan's interpretation elevates this standard with a haunting quality, showcasing her ability to convey deep emotion through phrasing.
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Deep Purple — This track highlights Vaughan's lush vocal timbre paired with rich orchestration, creating an unforgettable atmospheric experience.
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If I Could Happen to You — Vaughan's nuanced vocal performance here encapsulates longing and desire, making it a standout moment on the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases Vaughan's vocal prowess within lush orchestral settings, balancing emotional depth with strong arrangements.
What we noticed
- The album features lush orchestral arrangements that complement Vaughan's vocals, with strings and brass enhancing the emotional weight of each track.
- Vaughan's vocal delivery varies from soft and intimate to powerful and soaring, particularly evident in tracks like 'My Coloring Book' and 'Days of Wine and Roses.'
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. 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
- intimate romantic evening ambiance
- steady melodic journey throughout
- reflective moments of nostalgia
- soothing background for relaxation
Maybe skip if you
- seeking upbeat party energy
- prefer standalone energetic tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Fan Favorite — Beloved by fans for its lush arrangements and signature song, but not the most accessible.
- Career context
- Released in 1964, Vaughan with Voices came during Sarah Vaughan's peak as a jazz vocalist, following her critically acclaimed album 'Sarah Vaughan' from 1954. This album marked a continuation of her exploration into orchestral jazz, solidifying her status in the genre while showcasing her versatility in interpreting popular standards.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ella Fitzgerald· Billie Holiday· Nancy Wilson
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Days of Wine and Roses
The lyrics shift from nostalgia to yearning as the narrator reflects on lost love amidst fleeting moments.
This transition emphasizes vulnerability and captures the bittersweet nature of memories, enhancing the song's emotional depth.
Tracklist
- 1 My Coloring Book Start here 3:48
- 2 Hey There 2:31
- 3 Deep Purple 2:55
- 4 Days of Wine and Roses 2:41
- 5 I’ll Be Around 3:32
- 6 Funny 3:34
- 7 Charade 2:53
- 8 If Could Happen to You 2:48
- 9 This Heart of Mine 2:48
- 10 Then I’ll Be Tired of You 3:33
- 11 How Beautiful Is Night 3:12
- 12 Blue Orchids 3:19
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