The Count Basie Orchestra

Sinatra–Basie: An Historic Musical First

RELEASED: December 10, 1962
TYPE: FULL LENGTH

Track Listing

1. Pennies From Heaven Meaning 3:29 2. Please Be Kind 2:43 3. (Love Is) The Tender Trap 2:37 4. Looking at the World Through Rose Colored Glasses 2:32 5. My Kind of Girl Meaning 4:37 6. I Only Have Eyes for You Meaning 3:31 7. Nice Work If You Can Get It 2:37 8. Learnin’ the Blues Meaning 4:25 9. I’m Gonna Sit Right Down and Write Myself a Letter 2:36 10. I Won’t Dance Meaning 4:07

Historical Archive

Sinatra–Basie: An Historic Musical First is a collaborative jazz album featuring Frank Sinatra and the Count Basie Orchestra, released in 1962. The album showcases the unique blend of Sinatra's smooth vocal style with Basie's big band sound, characterized by swinging arrangements and vibrant horns. It is celebrated for its innovative approach, combining the talents of two legendary figures in music and is considered a landmark in the genre of jazz and popular music.