Splendid Vinnie!! Not surprised Mr. Bennett has received so much love from the "Jazz Press", not just for his longevity but also his championing of Black composers, causes, and musicians. On top of all that, he sure could sing!
'm only finding out now that Bennett recorded with Brookmeyer and co. in 1964, although that album, "Bob Brookmeyer and Friends," has been a favorite for years (it also has a young Gary Burton on vibes, who apparently wasn't used with Bennett). I'm thinking the Bennett song wasn't on the original album and was released later on. Now I have to track these collaborations down. Thanks for the information!
Great article. However my favourite Tony Bennett album actually has no drums: Tony Bennett Sings Rodgers & Hart with the George Barnes/Ruby Braff Quartet. Sublime.
Splendid Vinnie!! Not surprised Mr. Bennett has received so much love from the "Jazz Press", not just for his longevity but also his championing of Black composers, causes, and musicians. On top of all that, he sure could sing!
Great point Richard— Bennett championed Black composers, causes, and musicians. Amen! Thanks for reading!
'm only finding out now that Bennett recorded with Brookmeyer and co. in 1964, although that album, "Bob Brookmeyer and Friends," has been a favorite for years (it also has a young Gary Burton on vibes, who apparently wasn't used with Bennett). I'm thinking the Bennett song wasn't on the original album and was released later on. Now I have to track these collaborations down. Thanks for the information!
Ah!! Ok good info…a Brookmeyer and Friends reissue, that’s it! Thanks for reading Tom!
Great article. However my favourite Tony Bennett album actually has no drums: Tony Bennett Sings Rodgers & Hart with the George Barnes/Ruby Braff Quartet. Sublime.
Sweet! I’ll check it out! Thanks Bill!