Description
Billie Holiday remains one of the most emotionally commanding vocalists in jazz history, and this CD draws together some of the most celebrated recordings of her career. Highlights include the deeply personal ‘God Bless The Child,’ which Holiday co-wrote, the mournful beauty of ‘Good Morning Heartache,’ and the languid swing of ‘Travelin’ Light.’ The disc also showcases her celebrated collaborations with Benny Goodman & His Orchestra on ‘Riffin’ The Scotch’ and with Teddy Wilson & His Orchestra on ‘Why Was I Born,’ recordings that capture Holiday in her element — surrounded by world-class jazz musicians who matched her effortless phrasing and emotional depth. An essential collection for any serious jazz listener…
Track Listing:
- Good Morning Heartache
- As Time Goes By
- Billie’s Blues
- God Bless The Child
- Riffin’ The Scotch (with Benny Goodman & His Orchestra)
- Swing Brother, Swing
- You Turned The Tables On Me
- Why Was I Born (with Teddy Wilson & His Orchestra)
- You Go To My Head
- For All We Know
- Did I Remember
- Travelin’ Light
