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Contents: [Jazz Department Store VOCAL Edition] [SHM-CD] [New Mini Commentary] [Lyrics Included (Planned)] One of Billie Holiday's finest works from her later Verve era. From the hopeful love song "Prelude to a Kiss" to the blue ballad "When Your Lover Has Gone," she delivers a masterful performance of classic standards. You can also enjoy the exquisite solos of masters such as Benny Carter, Harry Edison, and Barney Kessel throughout.
Billie Holiday (vocals), Harry Edison (trumpet), Benny Carter (alto saxophone), Jimmy Rowles (piano, celesta), Barney Kessel (guitar), John Simmons (bass), Larry Bunker (drums) Recorded in Los Angeles on August 23rd and 25th, 1955 (Verve) Media Reviews and More One of Billie Holiday's finest works from her later Verve period. From the hopeful love song "Prelude to a Kiss" to the blue ballad "When Your Lover Has Gone," she delivers a masterful performance of classic standards. The exquisite solos of masters such as Benny Carter, Harry Edison, and Barney Kessel can be enjoyed throughout. (C)RS
