Jazz
Tracks 1, 3-6, and 11 recorded August 4, 1958 in New York City; tracks 2, 8, and 10 recorded August 8, 1958 in New York City; tracks 7, 9, and 12 recorded August 6, 1958 in New York City
One of the great jazz singers tackles one of the most unusual repertoires ever assembled- an entire album of songs about birds. Backed by Ralph Burns's arrangements and such stellar musicians as Ben Webster on tenor saxophone, Carmen McRae's artistry takes flight. |
