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- An MVD Exclusive
- SKU: JSP972
- Format: CD
- UPC: 788065907228
- Street Date: 03/26/12
- PreBook Date: 01/01/01
- Label: JSP Records »
- Genre: Jazz
- Run Time: mins
- Number of Discs: 4
- Year of Production: 2012
- Box Lot: 6
- Territory: NORTH AMERICA
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Mel Torme - The Quintet and Beyond: 1944-1960
The Superb Early Years
- List Price: $28.99
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- In Stock: 14
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Although Mel Torme allegedly disliked being tagged 'The Velvet Fog' - the name certainly goes some way to describe his pitch-perfect high baritone range - particularly during the early years of his singing career. And he was much more than a song stylist. At various stages he was a composer, conductor, instrumentalist, (drums and piano), actor, raconteur and author. Born in 1925, the young Mel showed signs of musical prowess - as a four year old he made his vocal debut with the Coon-Sanders Orchestra in Chicago. Later he was a child actor on radio. Aged thirteen his first published song Lament To Love was recorded by Harry James. Later he made the first of several movie appearances. In 1944, the vocal quintet 'Mel Torme And His Mel -Tones' made a big impact on radio. He was on the way as a national star. This collection comprises the superb work of Mel's early years. As well as documenting an important American vocal talent, it also shows the entertainment business at a time of transition.
