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once upon a time - cleo laine

Cleo Laine - Once Upon a Time (LP)

Cleo Laine

2005
18 tracks
55 min
vocal jazz

Once Upon a Time

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Product description

"Once Upon a Time" is a captivating vocal jazz album by the renowned Cleo Laine, released in 2005 under Qnote Records. This enchanting collection features 18 tracks, each a unique interpretation of classic poems set to music, spanning a total duration of 55 minutes. Cleo Laine, known for her extraordinary vocal prowess and scat singing, brings her distinctive style to a variety of poetic works, including those by William Shakespeare, Ralph Hodgson, and A. E. Housman.

The album showcases Laine's versatility and artistry, as she seamlessly transitions from Shakespearean sonnets to the whimsical verses of Ralph Hodgson. The collaboration with Jacqui Dankworth on tracks like "Hey Nonny Nonny" adds an extra layer of depth and harmony, making the album a delightful blend of solo and duet performances.

"Once Upon a Time" is a testament to Cleo Laine's enduring talent and her ability to breathe new life into timeless poetry. Whether you're a long-time fan of vocal jazz or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. The careful selection of poems and Laine's masterful delivery make this album a standout in her impressive discography.

Tracks

Where the Bee Sucks - William Shakespeare PoemCleo Laine, Jacqui Dankworth
2:55
Live With Me and Be My Love - William Shakespeare PoemCleo Laine, Jacqui Dankworth
3:38
Hey Nonny Nonny - William Shakespeare PoemCleo Laine, Jacqui Dankworth
3:47
Blow Blow Thou Winter Wind - William Shakespeare PoemCleo Laine, Jacqui Dankworth
2:16
Under The Greenwood Tree - William Shakespeare PoemCleo Laine, Jacqui Dankworth
2:29
As An Unperfect Actor - William Shakespeare PoemCleo Laine, Jacqui Dankworth
3:55
Over Hill, Over Dale - William Shakespeare PoemCleo Laine, Jacqui Dankworth
4:11
Time, You Old Gypsy Man - Ralph Hodgson PoemCleo Laine, Jacqui Dankworth
3:42
Stupidity Street - Ralph Hodgson PoemCleo Laine, Jacqui Dankworth
1:53
The House Across the Way - Ralph Hodgson PoemCleo Laine, Jacqui Dankworth
3:34
The Ousel Cock - Ralph Hodgson PoemCleo Laine, Jacqui Dankworth
2:30
Love Among the Haycocks - Ralph Hodgson PoemCleo Laine, Jacqui Dankworth
2:39
Drink to Me Only - Francis Bacon PoemCleo Laine, Jacqui Dankworth
3:48
MesthuselahCleo Laine, Jacqui Dankworth
1:27
Sinner's Rue - A E Housman PoemCleo Laine, Jacqui Dankworth
3:31
When I Was One and Twenty - A E Housman PoemCleo Laine, Jacqui Dankworth
2:12
We Are the Music Makers - A. O'Shaughnessy PoemCleo Laine, Jacqui Dankworth
2:56
Once Upon a Time - Cleo Laine & John Horler PoemCleo Laine, Jacqui Dankworth
4:28

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Product specifications

Details

Album: Once Upon a Time
Artist: Cleo Laine
Album release date: 1 januari 2005
Label: Qnote Records
Available: No

Product information

Mono or stereo: Stereo
Duration: 55 min
Tracks: 18 tracks

Other

Limited Edition: No
Genre: Vocal jazz
Box set: No
Remastered: No
Reissue: No

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