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holiday, billie: trav'lin' light - billie holiday

Holiday, Billie: Trav'Lin' Light

Billie Holiday

2003
20 tracks
1 uur, 3 min
jazz

Album Description

"Trav'lin' Light" is a captivating collection of Billie Holiday's timeless performances, released on October 1, 2003, by Naxos. This album spans a generous 63 minutes, offering a rich tapestry of jazz, vocal jazz, jazz blues, and big band sounds that showcase Billie Holiday's unparalleled vocal prowess and artistic depth. The tracklist is a journey through some of the most beloved standards and hidden gems of the jazz repertoire, including "St. Louis Blues," "Gloomy Sunday," and "I'll Be Seeing You." Holiday's distinctive voice and interpretive genius shine through in each track, making this album a treasure trove for both longtime fans and newcomers to her music. From the sultry "Loveless Love" to the upbeat "I Got Rhythm: Embraceable You," this album captures the essence of Billie Holiday's unique style and enduring legacy.

October 1, 20032003 Naxos2003 Naxos

Tracks

I Hear MusicBurton Lane, Billie Holiday
2:44
Loveless LoveW.C. Handy, Billie Holiday, Benny Carter All Star Orchestra
3:17
St. Louis BluesW.C. Handy, Billie Holiday, Benny Carter All Star Orchestra
2:54
All of Me (Arr. G. Garai)Seymour Simons, Billie Holiday, Eddie Heywood Orchestra, Eddie Heywood
3:00
Until the Real Thing Comes AlongAlberta Nichols, Mann Holiner, L.E. Freeman, Billie Holiday, Teddy Wilson Orchestra, Teddy Wilson
3:11
Whoopee: Love Me or Leave MeWalter Donaldson, Billie Holiday, Teddy Wilson Orchestra, Teddy Wilson
3:22
Gloomy SundayRezső Seress, Billie Holiday, Teddy Wilson Orchestra, Teddy Wilson
3:13
Trav'lin' LightJimmy Mundy, James Trummy Young, Billie Holiday, Paul Whiteman & His Orchestra, Paul Whiteman
3:19
I'll Get ByFred E. Ahlert, Billie Holiday, Eddie Heywood Orchestra, Eddie Heywood
3:00
My Old FlameArnold Johnson, Billie Holiday, Eddie Heywood Orchestra, Eddie Heywood
3:04
How Am I to KnowJack King, Billie Holiday, Eddie Heywood Orchestra, Eddie Heywood
2:40
I Cover the WaterfrontJohnny Green, Billie Holiday, Eddie Heywood Orchestra, Eddie Heywood
3:33
I'll Be Seeing YouIrving Kahal, Sammy Fain, Billie Holiday, Eddie Heywood Orchestra, Eddie Heywood
3:34
I Got Rhythm: Embraceable YouGeorge Gershwin, Billie Holiday, Eddie Heywood Orchestra, Eddie Heywood
3:20
I'm YoursJohnny Green, Billie Holiday, Eddie Heywood Orchestra, Eddie Heywood
3:20
As Time Goes ByHerman Hupfeld, Billie Holiday, Eddie Heywood Orchestra, Eddie Heywood
3:14
The New Moon: Lover, Come Back to MeSigmund Romberg, Billie Holiday, Eddie Heywood Trio
3:23
He's Funny That WayNeil Moret, Billie Holiday, Eddie Heywood Trio
3:18
Billie's BluesBillie Holiday, Eddie Heywood Trio
3:11
On the Sunny Side of the StreetJimmy McHugh, Billie Holiday, Eddie Heywood Trio
3:05

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About Billie Holiday

Billie Holiday, born Eleanora Fagan, was a pioneering American jazz and swing singer whose distinctive voice and innovative vocal style left an indelible mark on music history. Nicknamed "Lady Day" by her friend and musical partner, Lester Young, Holiday's career spanned several decades, during which she redefined vocal jazz with her unique phrasing and improvisational skills. Her powerful performances and emotional depth made her a beloved figure in the jazz world and beyond. Beyond her musical prowess, Holiday was also known for her activism, using her platform to challenge societal norms and advocate for justice. Her legacy endures through her timeless songs and her courageous spirit, making her one of the most influential and iconic figures in American music.

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