by Chet Baker · Prestige · CD · EAN 0025218311120
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«The Art Of The Ballad» is the compilation album by jazz trumpeter and singer Chet Baker, released in 1998 by Prestige, on CD.
Compilation of jazz ballads and standards recorded by Chet Baker between 1958 and 1965, featuring trumpet and flugelhorn as protagonists and Baker's own voice on two tracks. Includes «Polka Dots and Moonbeams», «Autumn in New York» and «My Heart Stood Still», with accompaniment from musicians such as Bill Evans, Kenny Burrell and Zoot Sims.
The recordings come from Riverside, Jazzland and Prestige. Originally produced by Orrin Keepnews (two tracks by Richard Carpenter), remastered in 1998 by Kirk Felton. Total duration: 67:35.
Aimed at fans of cool jazz and vocal jazz who want a selection of Chet Baker ballads.
