Ep. 30- Black Coffee and Sarah Vaughan.

(Standards Rating 7, Difficulty Rating 6) 

"Black Coffee," a bluesy classic jazz standard composed in 1948 by Sonny Burke with lyrics by Paul Francis Webster, has been immortalized by vocal legends like Sarah Vaughan. Vaughan's iconic 1949 rendition under Columbia Records, arranged by Joe Lipman, showcases her unmatched vocal range, technical skill, and emotive depth. Lipman's orchestration, including strings and muted brass, enhances Vaughan's nuanced delivery, highlighting her ability to convey deep emotion through music. Throughout her career, Vaughan transitioned from performing in Newark clubs to international acclaim, recording with luminaries like Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie. Her versatile talent earned her numerous accolades. "Black Coffee" stands as a timeless example of Vaughan's mastery in jazz vocals, solidifying her legacy as one of the genre's most influential and revered artists.

Sarah Vaughan https://youtu.be/CRyN9wQ1taY?si=Fz5nOtLP0MeSfNdH

Sonny Criss https://youtu.be/1nP6G_we-z8?si=nyahd5A5HFyFUkP3

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