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No Count Sarah

Sarah Vaughan · 1958

35 min · 9 tracks · bebop · cool jazz

A lush blend of jazz standards showcases Sarah Vaughan's rich, emotive voice and masterful interpretive skills.

No Count Sarah is an album by Sarah Vaughan, released in 1958. A lush blend of jazz standards showcases Sarah Vaughan's rich, emotive voice and masterful interpretive skills. 'No Count Sarah' is significant for its showcase of Vaughan's unique vocal style on classic standards, contributing to her legacy as one of the greatest jazz vocalists. The album received positive critical reception, helping to elevate Vaughan further into the mainstream jazz canon and influencing future generations of jazz singers. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does No Count Sarah sound like?

A lush blend of jazz standards showcases Sarah Vaughan's rich, emotive voice and masterful interpretive skills. Rooted in bebop and cool jazz.

What makes No Count Sarah by Sarah Vaughan notable?

'No Count Sarah' is significant for its showcase of Vaughan's unique vocal style on classic standards, contributing to her legacy as one of the greatest jazz vocalists. The album received positive critical reception, helping to elevate Vaughan further into the mainstream jazz canon and influencing future generations of jazz singers. Released in 1958, 'No Count Sarah' was a pivotal moment in Sarah Vaughan’s career, following her rise to prominence in the jazz scene during the 1940s and early 50s. This album came after her acclaimed work with the likes of Dizzy Gillespie and represented a shift towards more intimate vocal performances, further solidifying her status in the jazz world.

How many songs are on No Count Sarah?

No Count Sarah has 9 tracks, running approximately 35 minutes.

Tracklist

9 tracks·35:48

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

  • 1 Smoke Gets in Your Eyes Standout 4:00
  • 2 Doodlin’ 4:37
  • 3 Darn That Dream Standout 3:45
  • 4 Just One of Those Things 2:34
  • 5 Moonlight in Vermont Standout 3:22
  • 6 No ’count Blues 5:29
  • 7 Cheek to Cheek 5:11
  • 8 Stardust 3:19
  • 9 Missing You 3:28

Release Date

January 1, 1958

Genre

bebop, cool jazz

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

35 min 48 sec