The Chronological Classics: Billy Eckstine and His Orchestra 1946-1947

Billy Eckstine and His Orchestra

The Chronological Classics: Billy Eckstine and His Orchestra 1946-1947

RELEASED: November 30, -0001
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. I Only Have Eyes for You 2:35 2. You're My Everything 2:46 3. I've Got to Pass Your House 2:48 4. The Jitney Man 2:46 5. Blue 3:00 6. Second Balcony Jump 2:54 7. Gloomy Sunday 2:54 8. Tell Me Pretty Baby 2:59 9. Love Is the Thing 2:51 10. Without a Song 2:53 11. Cool Breeze 2:53 12. Don't Take Your Love From Me 2:57 13. Oo Bop Sh' Bam 3:04 14. I Love the Loveliness of You 2:42 15. In the Still of Night 2:54 16. Jelly Jelly 3:18 17. My Silent Love 2:51 18. Time on My Hands 2:54 19. All the Things You Are 2:38 20. In a Sentimental Mood 2:37 21. All of Me 2:41 22. Where Are You? 2:45 23. Prelude to a Kiss 2:54 24. She's Got the Blues for Sale 2:58
Historical Archive
The album 'The Chronological Classics: Billy Eckstine and His Orchestra 1946-1947' showcases the rich sound of Billy Eckstine's orchestra during a pivotal period in jazz history. It features a blend of big band and vocal performances that highlight Eckstine's smooth baritone and innovative arrangements. The recordings encapsulate the artistry of the era, with intricate orchestration and a fusion of swing and bebop influences, solidifying Eckstine's legacy as a key figure in the transition from big band to modern jazz.