Essential Standards
Vince Guaraldi · 2009
54 min · 12 tracks · bossa nova · Latin jazz · soundtrack
A soothing blend of jazz standards and bossa nova rhythms, infused with Guaraldi's signature melodic touch.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- soothing background ambiance reflective late-night listening gentle melodic exploration
- Context
- Released posthumously in 2009, 'Essential Standards' showcases Vince Guaraldi's enduring influence on jazz, particularly in the realm of film soundtracks. By this time, he was widely recognized for his work on the 'Peanuts' animated specials, solidifying his legacy as a major figure in West Coast jazz.
- If you like
- bossa nova, Latin jazz, soundtrack
Essential Standards is an album by Vince Guaraldi, released in 2009. A soothing blend of jazz standards and bossa nova rhythms, infused with Guaraldi's signature melodic touch. This album compiles some of Guaraldi's most beloved interpretations of jazz standards, further cementing his place within the genre's history. Its release contributed to a resurgence of interest in classic jazz, appealing to both longtime fans and new listeners discovering Guaraldi's work through contemporary platforms and performances. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Essential Standards sound like?
A soothing blend of jazz standards and bossa nova rhythms, infused with Guaraldi's signature melodic touch. Rooted in bossa nova and Latin jazz.
What makes Essential Standards by Vince Guaraldi notable?
This album compiles some of Guaraldi's most beloved interpretations of jazz standards, further cementing his place within the genre's history. Its release contributed to a resurgence of interest in classic jazz, appealing to both longtime fans and new listeners discovering Guaraldi's work through contemporary platforms and performances. Released posthumously in 2009, 'Essential Standards' showcases Vince Guaraldi's enduring influence on jazz, particularly in the realm of film soundtracks. By this time, he was widely recognized for his work on the 'Peanuts' animated specials, solidifying his legacy as a major figure in West Coast jazz.
Who is Essential Standards for?
Essential Standards works well if you're into soothing background ambiance, reflective late-night listening and gentle melodic exploration.
How many songs are on Essential Standards?
Essential Standards has 12 tracks, running approximately 54 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Softly as in a Morning Sunrise 3:31
- 2 The Girl From Ipanema Standout 5:19
- 3 Moon River Standout 5:21
- 4 Cast Your Fate to the Wind Standout 3:09
- 5 Willow Weep for Me 5:20
- 6 Fascinating Rhythm 2:48
- 7 Since I Fell for You 4:23
- 8 The Days of Wine and Roses 5:25
- 9 On Green Dolphin Street 5:56
- 10 Autumn Leaves 4:27
- 11 Corcovado 3:24
- 12 Greensleeves 5:25
Release Date
June 30, 2009
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
54 min 33 sec
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