Philharmonic Chamber Soloists, a chamber group of virtuoso musicians from the New York Philharmonic, present a historic re-recording of the 1942 Decca release of original songs by Jerome Kern, arranged for string quartet by Hollywood arranger Charles Miller. Also on this album are eight magnificent selections from the American Songbook arranged in the 1940s by Wladimir Selinsky for his NBC radio show, "Strings in Swingtime". This is the first time these arrangements have been recorded; in addition to string quartet, the performances feature guest artists from the New York Philharmonic on bass, harp, and vibraphone.
Reviews:
“There is a feeling of depth and sadness that the use of a string quartet brings out in this music that makes the release of this program a more important event than one might anticipate. Katherine Greene’s Philharmonic Chamber Soloists is a beautifully balanced group. I hope to hear more from them.” - American Record Guide
“It’s ambitious repertoire is realized brilliantly by the Philharmonic Chamber Soloists, who bring elegance and refinement to their interpretations of these unforgettable pieces of music.” - SCENE
“These are faithful, warm and excellently recorded performances.” - MusicWeb International
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Jerome Kern
Six Songs arranged for String Quartet by Charles Miller
The Song is You; Once in a Blue Moon, All the Things You Are, The Way You Look Tonight, Smoke Gets in Your Eyes, Bill
Eight Popular Songs Arranged for String Quartet by Wladimir Selinsky:
Blues Serenade (Frank Signorelli); So Rare (Jerry Herst); Mood Indigo (Duke Ellington); Sophisticated Lady (Duke Ellington); Sweet Sue (Victor Young); Apple Blossoms (Joe Venuti); Honeysuckle Rose (Fats Waller); Solitude (Duke Ellington)
"Long Ago (and Far Away)" (Ira Gershwin and Jerome Kern), arranged by Paul Schwartz
Philharmonic Chamber Soloists
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