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Barbra Streisand... and Other Musical Instruments

Barbra Streisand · 1973

34 min · 15 tracks · jazz · disco · traditional pop

A vibrant blend of traditional pop and jazz, showcasing Streisand's impeccable vocal prowess across diverse musical landscapes.

Why listen to this

Best for
vibrant peaks and valleys playful moments with spontaneity short bursts of joy
Context
By 1973, Barbra Streisand was already an established star, following her breakthrough album 'The Barbra Streisand Album' and several successful soundtracks. 'Barbra Streisand... and Other Musical Instruments' marked her continued evolution as an artist, highlighting her ability to reinterpret classic standards while experimenting with orchestral arrangements.
If you like
jazz, disco, traditional pop

Barbra Streisand... and Other Musical Instruments is an album by Barbra Streisand, released in 1973. A vibrant blend of traditional pop and jazz, showcasing Streisand's impeccable vocal prowess across diverse musical landscapes. This album is significant for its adventurous approach to song selection and arrangement, reflecting the era's shifting tastes towards more eclectic sounds. It received critical acclaim and contributed to Streisand's status as a versatile performer, further solidifying her presence in both the music and film industries. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Barbra Streisand... and Other Musical Instruments sound like?

A vibrant blend of traditional pop and jazz, showcasing Streisand's impeccable vocal prowess across diverse musical landscapes. Rooted in jazz and disco.

What makes Barbra Streisand... and Other Musical Instruments by Barbra Streisand notable?

This album is significant for its adventurous approach to song selection and arrangement, reflecting the era's shifting tastes towards more eclectic sounds. It received critical acclaim and contributed to Streisand's status as a versatile performer, further solidifying her presence in both the music and film industries. By 1973, Barbra Streisand was already an established star, following her breakthrough album 'The Barbra Streisand Album' and several successful soundtracks. 'Barbra Streisand... and Other Musical Instruments' marked her continued evolution as an artist, highlighting her ability to reinterpret classic standards while experimenting with orchestral arrangements.

Who is Barbra Streisand... and Other Musical Instruments for?

Barbra Streisand... and Other Musical Instruments works well if you're into vibrant peaks and valleys, playful moments with spontaneity and short bursts of joy.

How many songs are on Barbra Streisand... and Other Musical Instruments?

Barbra Streisand... and Other Musical Instruments has 15 tracks, running approximately 34 minutes.

Tracklist

15 tracks·34:43

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Piano Practicing 2:27
  • 2 I Got Rhythm Standout 1:24
  • 3 Johnny One Note / One Note Samba 3:40
  • 4 Glad to Be Unhappy 2:43
  • 5 People Standout 1:51
  • 6 Second Hand Rose 0:16
  • 7 Don’t Rain on My Parade Standout 3:41
  • 8 Don’t Ever Leave Me 0:41
  • 9 Monologue 0:46
  • 10 By Myself 1:54
  • 11 Come Back to Me 1:38
  • 12 I Never Has Seen Snow 5:07
  • 13 Lied: Auf dem Wasser zu singen 1:32
  • 14 The World Is a Concerto / Make Your Own Kind of Music 4:02
  • 15 The Sweetest Sounds 2:54

Release Date

November 2, 1973

Genre

disco, jazz, traditional pop

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

34 min 43 sec