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Definitive George Shearing
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Artist: George Shearing
Edition: Music CD
Audio: English (Original Language)
CD Release Date: 2002-09-24
Music Label: Verrve Records
Soundtracks:
  1. September In The Rain
  2. East Of The Sun (And West Of The Moon)
  3. Conception
  4. I'll Remember April
  5. Tenderly
  6. Geneva's Move
  7. Pick Yourself Up
  8. I'll Be Around
  9. You're Driving Me Crazy
  10. Lullaby Of Birdland
  11. Love is Just Around The Corner
  12. Mambo Inn
  13. Memories Of You
  14. Senor Blues
  15. Caravan
  16. Jordu
  17. You Came A Long Way From St. Louis
  18. Jumpin' With Symphony Sid
  19. The Nearness Of You
  20. What Is This Thing Called Love?
  21. Over The Rainbow

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Music Review: Lullaby of Birdland. . . The Sound of Shearing
Rating: 5 Stars

"The Definitive George Shearing" is a collection of 21 of the most remarkable and famous melodies that George Shearing recorded between 1949 and 1959 in solo, trio and quintet settings. Besides the usual instruments that were utilized on these sessions (piano, guitar, bass, drums and vibes), the addition of bongos, conga and harmonica made it more striking and exotic-sounding. To name just a few of the talented musicians among many others who supported him on these recordings are Toots Thielemans, Dick Garcia (guitar), Cal Tjader, Joe Roland (vibes), Israel Crosby, George Duvivier (bass), Bill Clark, Percy Brice (drums) and Armando Peraza (bongos/conga).

In June of 2007, George Shearing became Sir George Shearing when he was conferred the honor of Knighthood by The Queen at Buckingham Palace for his contribution to music. And following was his sentiments upon his conferment and I quote...

"I don't know why I'm getting this honor...I've just been doing what I love to do....My mind keeps flashing back on my beginnings as pianist playing in a pub for the equivalent of $5.00 a week. What a journey it has been from that pub to Buckingham Palace. Receiving such an honor as a Knighthood might also show young people what can be achieved in life if one learns his craft and follows his dreams."

Congratulations Sir George! He surely deserves the accolade and most of all the title. He's truly one of the most reputable, highly-regarded and revered musicians in terms of awards, honors and recognitions bestowed upon him, apart from his exceptional piano artistry.

The crème de la crème from this compilation is the original recording of his signature tune, the classic "September In The Rain" which was recorded in 1949 and with his version he became an overnight sensation. This recording was embraced and welcomed by jazz lovers and his fellow musicians as well, and more significantly it hit the Number One spot on the Billboard for many consecutive weeks after it was released. His own composition, "Lullaby of Birdland" also became a hit after its released and eventually became his "national anthem." His concerts and live shows would not be over without him playing this wonderful tune.

Other highlights include a slightly swing rendition of "East of the Sun (And West of the Moon"), sweet and mellow takes on "I'll Remember April" and "I'll Be Around," as well as engaging numbers with Latin flavors, "Mambo Inn" and "Caravan." Peggy Lee, Nancy Wilson and Billie Eckstine graced this recording with their notable vocals on "You Came A Long Way from St. Louis," "The Nearness of You" and "You're Driving Me Crazy," respectively. The great pianist/arranger/composer shows off his marvelous artistry as he performs solo on "Tenderly" and "Memories of You," which are two of the best tracks from this collection.

Sir George, who will turn 89 next month on August 13th, has always been on the foreground in the genre of jazz piano since his remarkable entrance to the world of jazz in the Forties. He has been consistent with his inimitable body of work, and has been delighting his fans all these years. His piano artistry is distinctively unique and his music is marked by timeless elegance and style - the kind of music that is so lovable and enjoyable for all seasons through all the years.

For more of his notable albums, please check these out: Lullabies of Birdland: A Musical Autobiography, I'll Take Romance, Live at the Cafe Carlyle, My Ship, Rare Delight of You, Hopeless Romantics and The Swingin's Mutual!

This is just the perfect collection for someone new to his music, and also a great add-on to any collector of his body of work.

"Music produces a kind of pleasure which human nature cannot do without." ~ Confucius ~
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