American Classic

Jazz · 2009 · 12 tracks · 45m

American Classic

A legendary country outlaw trades his spurs for a tuxedo. Weathered vocals meet lush orchestral jazz arrangements on a collection of Great American Songbook staples.

August 24, 2009 · Universal Music

A sophisticated and tender celebration of classic romance through a weathered, veteran lens.

Tracklist · 12 Tracks · 45m

01

The Nearness of You

4:43

02

Fly Me to the Moon

2:50

03

Come Rain or Shine

3:55

04

If I Had You

4:22

05

Ain’t Misbehavin’

2:54

06

I Miss You So

4:31

07

Because of You

3:23

08

Baby, It’s Cold Outside

4:00

09

Angel Eyes

4:33

10

On the Street Where You Live

2:57

11

Since I Fell for You

3:40

12

Always on My Mind

3:29

Moments Worth Waiting For

The playful vocal chemistry and Norah Jones's smoky response on Baby It's Cold Outside

Reviews

BBC Music

AllMusic

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