Title: Being Alone Artist: Paul West Label: Oa2 Product Type: COMPACT DISCS UPC: 805552201420 Genre: Jazz Vocals Release Date: 2004-03-16 Number of Discs: 1
A staple of the vaunted 1960's - '70's Seattle jazz and lounge scene, Paul West's piano/vocal styling's graced many popular venues including a 5-year engagement at "The Riviera" on the shores of Lake Union. "Being Alone" is West's paean to that magical time when clubs like the Riviera were packed nightly with an amazing blend of Damon Runyon-type characters, all socializing to the sounds of Cole Porter, Ellington, Van Huesen and Irving Berlin. West's take on this classic repertoire also belie his deep involvement in the jazz scene of the time, reflected in his very musical phrasing and advanced harmonic sense. With a gracefully personal and conversant performing style, "Being Alone" is sure to warm the hearts of many.
Tracks: 1.1 Truckin' 1.2 Here's That Rainy Day 1.3 Miss You Mr. Mercer 1.4 Angel Eyes 1.5 Lover's Prayer 1.6 Being Alone 1.7 My Buddy 1.8 Someone to Watch Over Me 1.9 Willie and Laura Mae Jones 1.10 Ain't Got Nothin' But the Blues 1.11 In the Wee Small Hours of the Morning 1.12 'Round Midnight/Yesterdays 1.13 Georgia on My Mind 1.14 How Deep Is the Ocean/Sonnymoon for Two 1.15 Prelude to a Kiss
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