The Nearness of You

by Helen Merrill

The Nearness of You cover art
  • Type: Album
  • Released: 1958
  • Label: EmArcy
  • Country: United States
  • Length: 37:44
  • Community rating: 3.9/5 from 4 ratings

Album Notes & Community Reviews

Known for her whisper-soft phrasing, the vocalist is beautifully complemented by the subtle flute and saxophone arrangements of Bill Evans. The incredibly intimate, hushed performances transform a standard collection of ballads into a deeply sensual, nocturnal masterpiece.

Genres

Descriptors: improvisation, melodic, female-vocals, classic, ballad

Tracklist

  1. Bye Bye Blackbird (2:57)
  2. When The Sun Comes Out (4:47)
  3. I Remember You (2:11)
  4. Softly As In The Morning Sunrise (3:19)
  5. Dearly Beloved (2:07)
  6. Summertime (3:28)
  7. All Of You (3:33)
  8. I See Your Face Before Me (2:39)
  9. Let Me Love You (2:48)
  10. The Nearness Of You (4:06)
  11. This Time The Dreams On Me (2:21)
  12. Just Imagine (3:21)

Credits

  • Helen Merrill - primary artist
  • David Carroll - arranged by
  • Hal Mooney - arranged by
  • John Frigo - double bass
  • Jerry Slosberg - drums
  • Mike Simpson - flute
  • Freddie Rundquist - guitar
  • Dick Marx - piano

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