When Harry Met Sally...
Harry Connick Jr. · 1989
38 min · 11 tracks · jazz
A vibrant blend of classic jazz standards and lush orchestration that captures romantic nostalgia.
Why this album works
The album received critical acclaim and commercial success, peaking at No. 1 on the Billboard Jazz Albums chart. Its blend of contemporary jazz with traditional standards revitalized interest in big band music during a time when pop dominated the charts.
- Best for
- romantic nostalgia for cozy evenings steady mid-tempo for relaxed listening backdrop for intimate gatherings
- Context
- Released in 1989, 'When Harry Met Sally...' was Harry Connick Jr.'s first major soundtrack appearance, following his earlier albums. This project propelled him into the mainstream spotlight, showcasing his talents as both a vocalist and a bandleader.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Diana Ross· Christina Aguilera· Prince· Bob Dylan· Frank Zappa· Aretha Franklin· Barbra Streisand· Madonna
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 It Had to Be You (with Big Band and Vocals) Standout 2:41
- 2 Love Is Here to Stay Standout 4:13
- 3 Stompin' at the Savoy Standout 4:17
- 4 But Not for Me 4:34
- 5 Winter Wonderland 3:04
- 6 Don't Get Around Much Anymore 4:24
- 7 Autumn in New York 2:50
- 8 I Could Write a Book 2:30
- 9 Let's Call the Whole Thing Off 4:13
- 10 It Had to Be You (instrumental Trio) 1:44
- 11 Where or When 3:51
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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