Swing into Spring with Blossom Dearie and More

by Shaunna Morrison Machosky

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March 25, 2008

Springtime brings warming temperatures, a spirit of renewal, and a bunch of jazz tunes with the season in mind. Listen to these songs as you gaze out your window at the last bit of snow, walk around a park, or leaf through a gardening catalog.

Swing into Spring with Blossom Dearie and More

Clifford Brown/Max Roach Quintet

Album: Verve Jazz Masters 44
Song: Joy Spring

If spring has not yet sprung in your geographical area, point your speakers to the skies and play "Joy Spring" by Clifford Brown and Max Roach. The weather should respond favorably. Joy is contagious.

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"Joy Spring"
Album: Verve Jazz Masters 44
Artist: Clifford Brown/Max Roach Quintet
Label: Polygram
Released: 1954

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Blossom Dearie

Album: Diva Series
Song: They Say It's Spring

A springtime music set would not be complete without including a singer whose first name also happens to be a true sign of spring's arrival. Blossom Dearie's light, airy voice accompanies her equally light touch on the piano.

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"They Say It's Spring"
Album: Diva Series
Artist: Blossom Dearie
Label: The Verve Music Group
Released: 2003

Miles Davis

Album: Miles Ahead
Song: Springsville

When you hear the first notes of Miles Davis' bright flugelhorn, you will be immediately launched into a happy springtime swing. Springsville was the first collaboration between Davis and Gil Evans.

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"Springsville"
Album: Miles Ahead
Artist: Miles Davis
Label: Sony

James Moody

Album: Moody's Mood for Blues
Song: It Might as Well Be Spring

James Moody's "It Might as Well Be Spring" is for those who have spring fever, but still haven't seen any signs of the season. Your spirit will be soothed until the first crocus pops up.