Nothing quite seems to help us through the hard knocks of romance like a heart-wrenching torch song. In the care of legendary songs stylists showcased on Great Women Of Jazz, twelve classic songs of heartache remind us all too vividly of the pain of failed relationships and the heartbreak of lost love. With such gems of musical history as Julie London’s breathy Cry Me A River, Billie Holiday’s classic rendition of Stormy Weather, and Nina Simone’s heartbreaking and bluesy Since I Fell For You, this collection is the quintessential soundtrack for love gone wrong.
Approximate running time: 44:00 minutes

Titles include:
But Not For Me (Ella Fitzgerald)
Stormy Weather (Billie Holiday)
Here's That Rainy Day (Nancy Wilson)
You've Changed (Etta James)
Deep Purple (Dinah Shore)
Black Coffee (Vanessa Rubin)
I Understand (Lena Horne)
Cry Me A River (Julie London)
Willow Weep For Me (Cleo Laine)
Since I Fell For You (Nina Simone)
These Foolish Things (Della Reese)
I Will Say Goodbye (Carmen McRae)

Instrumentation: original female jazz vocalists with traditional accompaniment and orchestration

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Fourteen original recordings from the 1960s perfectly capture the idealism and spirit of one of music's most eclectic eras. From the fun-loving sounds of The Monkees, to the layered harmonies and philosophical writings of The Byrds, this is the quintessential collection of songs from pop music's definitive decade.

Titles include:
The Lion Sleeps Tonight (The Tokens)
Do Wah Diddy Diddy (Manfred Mann)
I'm A Believer (The Monkees)
Yummy, Yummy, Yummy (Ohio Express)
Do You Believe In Magic (The Lovin' Spoonful)
Happy Together (The Turtles)
Green Tambourine (The Lemon Pipers)
The Letter (The Box Tops)
Turn, Turn, Turn (The Byrds)
Time Of The Season (The Zombies)
Get Together (The Youngbloods)
Aquarius/ Let The Sunshine In (The Fifth Dimension)
These Eyes (The Guess Who)
Na Na Hey Hey Kiss Him Goodbye (Steam)

Instrumentation: Orginal recordings of popular 60s artists
Approximate Running Time: 49:06

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Original Recordings of classic soul hits of the 60s. 70s and 80s are presented in this collection of classic R& B hits. Girl groups, Doo Wop groups, crooners and divas including The Temptations, The Supremes, Al Green and Aretha Franklin are just a few of the legendary artists featured in this soulful collection.

Titles include:
My Girl (The Temptations)
Baby Love (The Supremes)
Let's Stay Together (Al Green)
Didn't I Blow Your Mind This Time (The Delfonics)
Love Train (The O' Jays)
I'm Your Puppet (James and Boby Purify)
I Do Love You (GQ)
ABC (The Jackson 5)
Everybody Plays The Fool (The Main Ingredient)
Dream Merchant (New Birth)
Ooh Child (The Five Starsteps)
United Together (Aretha Franklin)

Instrumentation: Retro Soul Vocal with classic R & B accompaniment
Approximate running time: 42:10 minutes

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A romantic collection of original recordings by Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Mel Torme, Bing Crosby, Vic Damone, Dean Martin, John Gary, Brook Benton, Andy Williams, Tony Martin, Perry Como, and Harry Belafonte. Light a candle, pour a glass of wine, snuggle up to your special someone, and let the Crooners do the rest.

Titles include:
For All We Know (Nat King Cole)
You Belong To Me (Dean Martin)
The Nearness of You (Mel Torme)
Night & Day (Frank Sinatra)
My Foolish Heart (John Gary)
Try to Remember (Perry Como)
The More I See You (Vic Damone)
The Second Time Around (Brook Benton)
Moon River (Andy Williams)
La Vie En Rose (Tony Martin)
Wrap Your Troubles in Dreams (Bing Crosby)
One for My Baby (Harry Belafonte)

Running Time: 45:00
Instrumentation: Original Classic vocalists with traditional accompaniment and orchestration

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Thirty number one hits from the King of Rock n Roll, mixed and mastered from the original master tapes for optimum sound quality! National TV and radio advertising has pushed sales of this title to over 3 million CDs in less than 6 months and it has been on the Billboard sales chart for 26 straight weeks! Elvis is definitely back in the building!

Titles include:

Instrumentation: Original recordings of Elvis Presley
Approximate running time: 79:36 minutes

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This wonderful addition to Green Hill's Elvis Presley series focuses on the songs recorded by the "The King" for his movie features. From the number one hits such as Jail House Rock to the more obscure treasures such as A Little Less Conversation.

Titles include:
Return To Sender (From Girls! Girls! Girls!)
Jailhouse Rock (From Jailhouse Rock)
Let Me Be Your Teddy Bear (From Loving You)
Blue Hawaii (From Blue Hawaii)
Bossa Nova Baby (From Fun In Acapluco)
Viva Las Vegas (From Viva Las Vegas)
Hard Headed Woman (From King Creole)
Flaming Star (From Flaming Star)
Kissin Cousins (From Kissin Cousins)
Please Don't Stop Loving Me (From Frankie And Johnny)
Clean Up Your Own Backyard (From The Trouble With Girls And How To Get Into It)
A Little Less Conversation (From A Little Less Conversation)

Instrumentation: Original Recordings of Elvis Presley
Approximate running time: 27:53 minutes

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An incredible collection of Broadway divas that made 20th century musical theater so memorable.  With featured performers such as Liza Minnelli, Gwen Verdon, Ethel Merman, Linda Eder, and Carol Channing and original recordings from DAMN YANKEES, ANNIE GET YOUR GUN, AIN'T MISBEHAVIN', and CHICAGO, this recording is a must-have gem.

Titles include:
Sing Happy (Liza Minnelli)
I Got The Sun In The Morning (Ethel Merman)
Your Daddy's Son (Audra McDonald)
Whatever Lola Wants (Gwen Verdon)
I've Got A Feeling I'm Falling (Nell Carter)
Getting To Know You (Constance Towers)
My Own Best Friend (Bebe Neuwirth)
Hey Look Me Over (Lucille Ball)
Someone Like You (Linda Eder)
Everything's Coming Up Roses (Angela Lansbury)
What Did I Have That I Don't (Barbara Harris)
Hello Dolly (Carol Channing)


Instrumentation: female Broadway vocalists with orchestral accompaniment
Running Time: 45:00

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A collection of standards recorded by great female vocalists of the 20th century including Ella Fitzgerald, Etta James, Nancy Wilson, Judy Garland, Rosemary Clooney, Lena Horne, and more.

Titles include:
At Last (Etta James)
Love is Here to Stay (Ella Fitzgerald)
Make Someone Happy (Nancy Wilson)
By Myself (Rosemary Clooney)
I've Got A Crush On You (Linda Ronstadt)
Any Old Time (Billie Holiday)
In a Sentimental Mood (Phyllis Hyman)
Fascination (Dinah Shore)
Someone to Watch Over Me (Melissa Manchester)
Stormy Weather (Lena Horne)
My Romance (Carly Simon)
Over the Rainbow (Judy Garland)

Instrumentation: Original Great female vocalists with traditional accompaniment and orchestration
Running Time: 45:00

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To say the contribution made by female soul singers to the development of R&B music is significant would be a vast understatement. Mid-20th century pioneers such as Della Reese and Aretha Franklin paved the way for countless talented artists to follow in their footsteps. From The Supremes to Dionne Warwick to Oleta Adams, Great Women of Soul showcases some of the most influential soul divas in R&B history.

Titles include:
Midnight Train To Georgia (Gladys Knight & The Pips)
Where Did Our Love Go? (The Supremes)
Through The Fire (Chaka Khan)
Slow Hand (The Pointer Sisters)
I'm On Your Side (Jennifer Holliday)
At Last (1999 version - Etta James)
Natural Woman (Aretha Franklin)
Deja Vu (Dionne Warwick)
One Less Bell To Answer (Marilyn McCoo & The 5th Dimension)
Don't You Know (Della Reese)
Higher And Higher (Martha Reeves)
Get Here (Oleta Adams)

Instrumentation: Classic vocals with various accompaniment
Approximate running time: 48:21 minutes

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Jazz is rarely thought of as relaxing or serene to the casual listener. This collection of classic jazz recordings challenges that thinking. Jazz For Quiet Moments showcases an array of intimate melodies and soothing performances by legendary jazz vocalists and musicians. Perfect with your morning coffee, on a rainy afternoon, or during quiet moments alone or with your special someone.

Titles include:
These Foolish Things (Chet Baker)
A Time For Love (Shirley Horn)
The Very Thought Of You (Etta James)
Dreamsville (Sarah Vaughan)
Our Love Is Here To Stay (Nat King Cole)
I Want A Little Sugar In My Bowl (Nina Simone)
'Round Midnight (Sonny Rollins)
If It's The Last Thing I Do (Dinah Washington)
Tenderly (Carmen McRae)
A Woman (Joe Williams)
I'm Confessin' That I Love You (Lena Horne)
My One and Only Love (Cleo Laine)

Instrumentation: jazz vocalists and instrumentalists performing mellow jazz standards with traditional accompaniment and orchestration
Approximate running time: 50:00 minutes

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One of the most famous and successful R&B/soul vocal groups, Gladys Knight & the Pips formed a lasting impression on the glory days of rock and roll. This quintessential collection from one of the greatest soul singers of all time includes twelve of her most enduring hits.


Titles include:
Midnight Train to Georgia
Best Thing that Ever Happened to Me
I Heard it Through the Grapevine
I've Got to Use My Imagination
On and On
Feel Like Makin' Love
Make Yours a Happy Home
I Feel a Song (In My Heart)
If I Were Your Woman
Love Finds It's Own Way
Where Peaceful Waters Flow
Neither One of Us (Wants to Be the First to Say Goodbye)

Instrumentation: original recordings of Gladys Knight
Approximate running time: 49:06 minutes

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Without a doubt one of the most recognizable romantic voices of the 20th century, Nathaniel Adams Coles (born March 17, 1917 in Montgomery, AL) was first and foremost a jazz pianist. His influence on the likes of Art Tatum and Oscar Peterson was profound. In 1941, when Cole began exploring his vocal abilities, the hits started coming and never stopped. This compilation of original recordings showcases twelve of his most romantic and endearing recordings.

Titles include:
Unforgettable
When I Fall In Love
Mona Lisa
Let's Fall In Love
Darling, Je Vous Aime Beaucoup
The More I See You
Stardust
A Blossom Fell
The Very Thought of You
Too Young
Smile

Instrumentation: Classic Vocals with Nostalgic Orchestration
Running Time: 40:00

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From his chart success in the 50s and 60s to his re-introduction to the MTV generation with his Unplugged shows, Bennett has firmly established himself as a musical icon in pop culture. Few entertainers have accomplished his staying power and the ability to sell out shows even 50 years after they started performing. This collection showcases some of his most memorable musical moments.

Titles include:
I Left My Heart In San Francisco
Because of You
Stranger In Paradise
Just In Time
How Do You Keep The Music Playing?
The Shadow of Your Smile
Who Can I Turn To (When Nobody Needs Me)
Love Look Away
Put On a Happy Face
Fly Me To The Moon (In Other Words)
When Joanna Loved Me
Smile

Instrumentation: nostalgic vocals with traditional accompaniment and orchestration
Approximate running time: 38:34 minutes

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Nat "King" Cole left a treasure chest of musical gems that have delighted audiences of all ages for decades. Following the best selling compilation, Simply Unforgettable, this collection focuses on Cole's popular radio and jukebox hits of the 40s, 50s, and 60s, as well as some of his other signature tunes.

Titles include:
L-O-V-E
(Get Your Kicks On) Route 66
That Sunday, That Summer
Straighten Up And Fly Right
This Can't Be Love
Ramblin' Rose
Orange Colored Sky
Almost Like Being In Love
Walking My Baby Back Home
Lazy Days Of Summer
Nature Boy
If I May

Instrumentation: Classic vocal with nostalgic orchestration
Approximate running time: 32:38 minutes

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