Swing into Spring with Blossom Dearie and More
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.
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.
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.
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.
Abbey Lincoln & Stan Getz
- Album: You Gotta Pay the Band
- Song: Up Jumped Spring
Is it spring or is it love that has put Abbey Lincoln in such a good mood? Maybe both. "Up Jumped Spring" will put you in a fine mood, too.
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