Description
Sil Austin was one of the most distinctive tenor saxophonists of the easy listening era, renowned for his warm, unhurried tone and deeply melodic phrasing. Sax Mood Best collects 20 timeless standards, showcasing his gift for wringing emotion from a melody — whether gliding through the brooding atmosphere of ‘Harlem Nocturne’, bringing gentle melancholy to ‘Autumn Leaves’, or lending his silky sound to the perennial ‘Stardust’. With full orchestra backing, this CD spans beloved ballads and pop classics including ‘Danny Boy’, ‘Summertime’, and ‘Cry Me A River’, making it an ideal introduction to Austin’s craft as well as a satisfying addition for longtime admirers of instrumental saxophone music…
- Danny Boy
- Harlem Nocturne
- Red Sails In The Sunset
- I’m In The Mood For Love
- My Foolish Heart
- Stardust
- Broken Promises
- The Green Leaves Of Summer
- I Left My Heart In San Francisco
- Sail Along Silvry Moon
- Summertime
- Autumn Leaves
- Greensleeves
- September Song
- Ebb Tide
- To Love Again
- The Lonely One
- Cry Me A River
- Save The Last Dance for Me
- Vaya Con Dios
