Songbook Volume II


Songbook Volume II is an album by American saxophonist and composer Benny Carter, released in 1997 by MusicMasters Records.

Reception

AllMusic reviewer Ken Dryden stated, "The 1997 release of this CD helped Benny Carter celebrate his 90th birthday, featuring 14 of his original ballads by a dozen guests, in addition to a warm tribute to his wife of many years, 'When Hilma Smiles,' sung by Carter himself in a friendly, unpretentious manner. His smooth alto sax hasn't lost anything over the decades, and the top-notch cornet of Warren Vaché is also a nice touch".

Track listing

All compositions by Benny Carter, except where noted.
  1. "My Mind Is Still On You" – 3:22
  2. "Echo of My Dream" – 5:07
  3. "Rock Me to Sleep" – 5:58
  4. "Stop Me Before I Fall in Love Again" – 4:01
  5. "He Doesn't Need Me Now" – 8:31
  6. "Doozy" – 6:02
  7. "Nevermore" – 5:07
  8. "Malibu" – 7:04
  9. "Blue Moonlight" – 5:50
  10. "Evening Star" – 5:27
  11. "Slow Carousel" – 4:44
  12. "Whisper to One" – 4:02
  13. "I'm the Caring Kind" – 5:52
  14. "When Hilma Smiles" – 4:15

Personnel

Guests