The Very Thought of You

The thought of Steve Turre inevitably conjures the image of a dauntless virtuoso. Over the course of a remarkable career spanning more than five decades, Turre has proved time and time again that he’s one of the foremost masters of the trombone, able to steer his challenging instrument through breakneck turns and imaginative leaps at dizzying speed.

The thought of Steve Turre inevitably conjures the image of a dauntless virtuoso. Over the course of a remarkable career spanning more than five decades, Turre has proved time and time again that he’s one of the foremost masters of the trombone, able to steer his challenging instrument through breakneck turns and imaginative leaps at dizzying speed. On The Very Thought Of You, Turre shows off a less celebrated side of his brilliant artistry: his moving, heartfelt way with a ballad. Luxuriating in timeless melodies and swathed in lush strings, Turre makes his horn sing with delicate lyricism and subtle beauty. Of course, the irrepressible trombonist can’t help but unleash his fiercely swinging side, peppering his ballad set with a few pulse-quickeners here and there.

"The Very Thought of You" is a 1958 album by Nat King Cole, arranged by Gordon Jenkins. The album peaked at #17 on Billboard Magazine's Top LP chart. The bonus tracks "Don't Blame Me" and "There Is No Greater Love" were part of the original recording session.

The Very Thought Of You is the debut recording by South African born vocalist Orna.
This is one of those special recordings where the vocalist sounds like she/he is singing to you and you alone.

The Very Thought of You is a 1958 album by Nat King Cole, arranged by Gordon Jenkins. The album peaked at #17 on Billboard Magazine's Top LP chart.

The second U.S. release for beautiful vocalist Nicole Henry is romantic, intimate and even fun at times. Henry adds a few originals to the mix of jazz standards and lesser known tunes from the Gershwins, Eaton and Shand. With power, grace, and a stellar list of international performances and awards, vocalist Nicole Henry delivers herself in the most genuine fashion and sings to sincerely inspire and touch hearts. Henry's voice adds new life and new meaning to lyrics. Her repertoire ranges from uplifting ballads and jazz standards to soul, memorable originals and popular music. As Jazz Times stated, 'She can sell a power ballad as well as Whitney, Diana and Patti…' Along with a voice that takes command of all styles, her statuesque beauty also creates the package and the presence that is Nicole

The Very Thought Of You contains all the elements that pull a reader into a well writtern story and then never lets go. Nick Mancini and Molly Hewitt lead an unforgettable cast of characters that exemplifies the diversity of that great city by the bay, San Francisco.

Here’s another gem from Emilie-Claire Barlow, a jazz singer whose unique voice and personal interpretations warmly embrace this collection of classic standards, many from the American songbook. On this occasion, Emilie-Claire chose to include the often ignored verses in the tradition of Frank Sinatra and Tony Bennet. This album was nominated 'Vocal Jazz Album of the Year' at the Juno Awards.