Joya Sherrill Sings Duke


Joya Sherrill Sings Duke is a 1965 album by Joya Sherrill recorded in tribute to the bandleader and composer Duke Ellington. Several members of the Duke Ellington Orchestra accompany Sherrill on the album.

Reception

The album was reviewed for AllMusic by Ken Dryden, who wrote: "Sherrill's confidence singing the twelve gems from the band repertoire allows her to let the timelessness of the music and lyrics speak for itself rather than overembelish the songs". Dryden also praised the solos of Johnny Hodges on "Prelude to a Kiss", Ray Nance on "I'm Beginning to See the Light" and Nance on "Day Dream".

Track listing

  1. "Mood Indigo" – 2:17
  2. "Prelude to a Kiss" – 3:49
  3. "I'm Beginning to See the Light" – 1:56
  4. "Sophisticated Lady" – 2:50
  5. "Kissing Bug" – 1:49
  6. "In a Sentimental Mood" – 2:23
  7. "Duke's Place" – 2:36
  8. "I'm Just a Lucky So-and-So" – 2:51
  9. "Day Dream" – 3:54
  10. "Things Ain't What They Used to Be" – 3:32
  11. "Just Squeeze Me (But Please Don't Tease Me)" – 2:48
  12. "A Flower Is a Lovesome Thing" – 2:52
''Recorded January 12 & January 20, 1965. "I'm Beginning to See the Light" was recorded at both sessions.''

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