A Retrospective
Pink Martini · 2011
72 min · 21 tracks · classical · jazz · chanson
A vibrant blend of jazz, classical, and Latin music that transports listeners across time and cultures.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions wave-like pacing experiences
- Context
- By the release of 'A Retrospective' in 2011, Pink Martini had established themselves as a unique ensemble known for their eclectic style, following their breakthrough album 'Hang on Little Tomato' in 2004. This album serves as a compilation celebrating their diverse discography and multicultural influences, showcasing their growth and popularity in world music.
- If you like
- classical, jazz, chanson
- What next
- Get Happy — Continues the vibrant mix with fresh energy and engaging arrangements.
A Retrospective is an album by Pink Martini, released in 2011. A vibrant blend of jazz, classical, and Latin music that transports listeners across time and cultures. 'A Retrospective' captures the essence of Pink Martini's journey, featuring fan favorites and new arrangements that helped solidify their status in the global music scene. The album received positive critical acclaim, with particular note for its ability to bridge various cultural sounds, further expanding its audience beyond traditional jazz listeners. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does A Retrospective sound like?
A vibrant blend of jazz, classical, and Latin music that transports listeners across time and cultures. Rooted in classical and jazz.
What makes A Retrospective by Pink Martini notable?
'A Retrospective' captures the essence of Pink Martini's journey, featuring fan favorites and new arrangements that helped solidify their status in the global music scene. The album received positive critical acclaim, with particular note for its ability to bridge various cultural sounds, further expanding its audience beyond traditional jazz listeners. By the release of 'A Retrospective' in 2011, Pink Martini had established themselves as a unique ensemble known for their eclectic style, following their breakthrough album 'Hang on Little Tomato' in 2004. This album serves as a compilation celebrating their diverse discography and multicultural influences, showcasing their growth and popularity in world music.
Who is A Retrospective for?
A Retrospective works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long, immersive listening sessions and wave-like pacing experiences.
How many songs are on A Retrospective?
A Retrospective has 21 tracks, running approximately 72 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Una Notte a Napoli (First Recording) 2:26
- 2 Hang on Little Tomato 3:17
- 3 Donde Estas Yolanda? (China Forbes Vocals version) 3:26
- 4 Hey Eugene Standout 3:09
- 5 La Soledad Standout 5:38
- 6 Splendor in the Grass 3:37
- 7 Kikuchiyo to Mohshimasu (The Hiroshi Wada mix) 4:32
- 8 Anna (El Negro Zumbon) 2:37
- 9 Ma Solitude (feat. Georges Moustaki) 3:27
- 10 Mas Que Nada (feat. Saori Yuki) 2:35
- 11 Sympathique Standout 2:47
- 12 Lilly 2:44
- 13 How Long Will It Last? (feat. Michael Feinstein) 4:05
- 14 Tuca Tuca 2:49
- 15 Que Sera Sera 4:10
- 16 Moon River (feat. Gus Van Sant) 1:24
- 17 Amado Mio 4:47
- 18 The Man With the Big Sombrero 1:32
- 19 Aspettami (First Recording) 2:50
- 20 Auld Lang Syne 3:20
- 21 Una Notte a Napoli (Johnny Dynell remix) 6:50
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