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Claude Thornhill

The Claude Thornhill Collection [ CD / Album ]

The Claude Thornhill Collection

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  • Released Date: 17 Jul 2015

  • Genre: Jazz

Our Take

Buckle up your seatbelts, folks, because we are diving headfirst into the wacky and wonderful world of Claude Thornhill with "The Claude Thornhill Collection 1934-53." This album is a rollercoaster of musical genius, blending elements of jazz, big band, and everything in between.

From the moment you press play, you are transported to a world where trumpets wail, saxophones wail, and pianos tickle the ivories like never before. Thornhill's unique blend of swing and sophistication is on full display here, leaving you tapping your feet and bobbing your head to the infectious grooves.

Tracks like "Snowfall" and "A Sunday Kind of Love" showcase Thornhill's ability to create lush, dreamy soundscapes that envelop you like a warm blanket on a cold winter's night. And let's not forget about the peppy numbers like "Autumn Nocturne" and "Love Walked In," which will have you shimmying and shaking in no time.

But it's not all fun and games with Thornhill – there are moments of introspection and quiet contemplation scattered throughout the album, reminding us that music is not just about having a good time, but also about connecting with your emotions on a deeper level.

So, whether you're a die-hard jazz enthusiast or just someone looking for a bit of musical escapism, "The Claude Thornhill Collection 1934-53" has something for everyone. Trust us, this one's a real gem.

Track Listing
Disc: 1
1. Take My Word
2. Jamaica Shout
3. In a Little Spanish Town
4. Way Down Yonder in New Orleans
5. The Buzzard
6. Take My Heart
7. Stop You're Breaking My Heart (With Maxine Sullivan)
8. Gone With the Wind (With Maxine Sullivan)
9. Loch Lomond
10. He's Funny That Way
11. The Moon Looks Down and Laughs
12. I Wish I Had You
13. Down the Old Ox Road
14. Love Tales
15. Hungarian Dance No. 5
16. Portrait of a Guinea Farm
17. Snowfall
18. Where Or When
19. Le Papillon
20. Rustle of Spring
21. Autumn Nocturne
22. Where Has My Little Dog Gone
23. Somebody Nobody Loves
24. Somebody Else Is Taking My Place
25. Be Careful It's My Heart


Disc: 2
1. Buster's Last Stand
2. There's a Small Hotel
3. I Don't Know Why
4. Under the Willow Tree
5. Arab Dance
6. A Sunday Kind of Love
7. I Get the Blues When It Rains
8. Early Autumn
9. The Troubadour
10. La Paloma
11. Warsaw Concerto
12. Anthropology
13. Sorta Kind
14. Love for Love
15. Robbins' Nest
16. Polka Dots and Moonbeams
17. Donna Lee
18. Yardbird Suite
19. Let's Call It a Day
20. To Each His Own
21. When I'm With You/Puttin' and Takin'/By the Rippling Stream

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Claude Thornhill

Claude Thornhill: The Swing Maestro Who Dared to Be Different In the annals of music history, few names shimmer as brightly as Claude Thornhill's. This visionary pianist and bandleader shattered the constraints of traditional swing, ushering in a new era of lush, sophisticated sounds that took the jazz world by storm. Born in 1908 in Terre Haute, Indiana, Thornhill cut his teeth in the bustling jazz scene of 1930s New York City. His unique blend of swing, classical, and avant-garde influences quickly caught the ear of critics and audiences alike, earning him a reputation as a musical maverick. Thornhill's signature sound, characterized by swirling strings, eerie woodwinds, and dreamy melodies, set him apart from his contemporaries and paved the way for the cool jazz movement of the 1950s. His innovative arrangements and daring compositions made him a favorite among musicians and fans, with hits like "Snowfall" and "Autumn Nocturne" cementing his place in the jazz pantheon. But Thornhill was more than just a virtuoso musician—he was a true trailblazer. His refusal to conform to genre norms and his fearless experimentation with sound pushed the boundaries of what was possible in jazz, inspiring generations of musicians to follow in his footsteps. Sadly, Thornhill's career was cut short by his untimely death in 1965, but his legacy lives on in the timeless beauty of his music. His pioneering spirit and daring creativity continue to inspire musicians of all stripes, making him a true icon of the jazz world. Claude Thornhill may have left us too soon, but his music will live on forever.

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