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Contents: [Jazz Department Store VOCAL Edition] [First SHM-CD Release] [New Mini Commentary] [Lyrics Included (Planned)] A collection of ballads by Helen Merrill, recorded the year after her masterpiece "With Clifford Brown." Her unique husky voice, described as "the sigh of New York," beautifully portrays the delicate emotions of a woman. The poetic atmosphere of "Lilac Wine" is particularly beautiful. In addition to strings, the backing features virtuoso Hank Jones and others.
Helen Merrill (vo), Hank Jones (p), Barry Galbraith (g), Milt Hinton (b), Sol Gavin (ds), Richard Hayman (cond) Orchestra Recorded October 21, 1955 in New York (EmArcy) Media Reviews, etc. A collection of ballads by Helen Merrill, recorded the year after her masterpiece "With Clifford Brown." Her distinctive husky voice, described as "New York's sigh," beautifully portrays the delicate emotions of a woman. The poetic atmosphere of "Lilac Wine" is particularly appealing. In addition to strings, the backing features renowned musicians such as Hank Joes. (C)RS
