When You're Away - Carmen McRae

 

I'm Glad There Is You

When You're Away

Carmen McRae

Orchestra Directed by Luther Henderson, Jr.

KAPP KL-1134

1959

From the back cover: Perhaps the greatest tribute that can be paid to Carmen McRae is that, in an era of popular songs that usually avoid 'straight' presentation, she is the favorite of both the popular field and of the limited minority of true jazz aficionados. A regular choice of disc jockeys everywhere, her crystal clear diction and the freshness of her musical invention – which never distort the meaning of the lyrics – have achieved universal recognition. Respect came first from the music world in which she works – from critics and musicians alike – and, later, from an entire nation, when the tied with Ella Fitzgerald for first place in an All-Star annual poll held by Metronome Magazine.

In this, her second album on the Lap label, Carmen McRae tells the poignant story of disenchanted love. It is an outstanding combination of great melodies presented by a unique artist.

When You Are Away

The More I See You

I Only Have Eyes For You

Willingly (Orchestra Directed by Frank Hunter)

If I Could Be With You (One Hour Tonight)

I'll Be Seeing You

I Concentrate On You

Ain't Misbehavin'

Ev'ry Time We Say Goodbye

When Your Lover Has Gone

I'm Glad There Is You

Two Faces In The Dark (Orchestra Directed by Frank Hunter)