"I Live Alone" is an album by Gordon Jenkins and his Orchestra and Chorus, released in 1964 on Kapp Records (KL-1361). It features twelve tracks that showcase the smooth, mellow sound of Jenkins' arrangements and the lush vocal harmonies of the chorus.
The album's title track, "I Live Alone," is a haunting ballad that tells the story of a lonely man who lives in isolation and finds solace only in his memories. The song's melancholy melody and the chorus' soaring harmonies combine to create a powerful emotional effect.
Other standout tracks on the album include "What Can I Say After I Say I'm Sorry," a jaunty jazz number with a swinging rhythm section, and "Lies," a soulful ballad with a bluesy edge.
Throughout the album, Jenkins' arrangements are marked by their lush orchestration and sophisticated harmonies, which showcase the talents of his talented ensemble. The album's final track, "Happy New Year," is a jaunty, upbeat tune that ends the album on a celebratory note.
Overall, "I Live Alone" is a classic example of the sophisticated, mellow jazz sound that was popular in the 1960s. It showcases the talents of Gordon Jenkins and his Orchestra and Chorus, who were among the most popular and respected jazz ensembles of the era.
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00:00 What Can I Say After I Say I'm Sorry
02:30 Lies
05:33 I Live Alone
07:17 Red Baloon
09:40 Careless Lips
12:51 Goodbye
15:34 Solitude
18:12 Blue (And Broken Hearted)
20:47 Wabash Blues
22:55 Mood Indigo
23:44 Happy New Year
Gordon Jenkins was an American composer, arranger, and conductor who was born on May 12, 1910, in Webster Groves, Missouri, and died on May 1, 1984, in Malibu, California. Jenkins was a highly respected and influential figure in the world of popular music, known for his sophisticated arrangements and his ability to create lush, orchestral soundscapes.
Jenkins began his career as a pianist and arranger in the 1930s, working with a variety of big bands and vocal groups. He gained recognition in the 1940s as the arranger and conductor for Frank Sinatra's recordings with the Columbia Records label, including the classic album "In the Wee Small Hours" (1955).
In addition to his work with Sinatra, Jenkins also collaborated with many other leading artists of the era, including Judy Garland, Ella Fitzgerald, Louis Armstrong, and Nat King Cole. He also composed and arranged music for films, including the scores for the films "The Manchurian Candidate" (1962) and "The Days of Wine and Roses" (1962).
Throughout his career, Jenkins was known for his ability to create intricate, multi-layered arrangements that blended jazz, pop, and classical influences. He was also a skilled conductor and producer, able to bring out the best in his musicians and vocalists.
Jenkins' influence on the world of popular music continues to be felt today, as his innovative arrangements and orchestration techniques have been emulated by generations of musicians and arrangers.
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