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Billie Holiday was born Eleanora Harris in Philadelphia on 7 April 1915, the daughter of guitarist Clarence Holiday, a musician best known for his association with Fletcher Henderson.
Billie Holiday was born Eleanora Harris in Philadelphia on 7 April 1915, the daughter of guitarist Clarence Holiday, a musician best known for his association with Fletcher Henderson.
The wealthy jazz aficionado and record producer John Hammond heard Billie first in 1933 at Monette's Supper Club, a night-spot on 133rd Street in Harlem.
Hammond played a vital role in initiating Holiday's recording career. He secured a recording contract with English Columbia for Benny Goodman in 1933.
These sessions (which stretched to 1942) are arguably Miss Holiday's greatest achievement, her exceptional vocal treatments of standards and pop tunes underpinned by the work of the finest jazz musicians of the swing era.
This beautifully restored collection concentrates on key sides from the Wilson series.
THE voice of jazz. Billie Holiday's unique timing and dynamic sense, highly individual approach to phrasing and astute ear for harmonic variety have influenced performers as diverse as Peggy Lee, Ella Fitzgerald, Cleo Laine, Anita O'Day, Frank Sinatra, and Diana Ross. Past Perfect preserves the timeless essence of classic tracks while enhancing the audio quality for a richer and more immersive listening experience. Practice Makes Perfect Night And Day More Than You Know All Of Me Them There Eyes I Must Have That Man Time On My Hands Let's Do It Until The Real Thing Comes Along This Year's Kisses Georgia On My Mind Sugar I've Got My Love To Keep Me Warm When A Woman Loves A Man The Man I Love If Dreams Come True You Go To My Head I'll Get By I Can't Get Started On The Sentimental Side