Sarah Vaughan (1924 – 1990) was one of the greatest vocalists of the twentieth century. With rich vibrato and an incredible range, “Sassy” recorded critically-acclaimed interpretations of standards including “Misty” and “I’ve Got a Crush On You.” On this 1986 Piano Jazz, Vaughan talks about her start as a jazz singer and explains how she uses the piano to learn her songs. She sings “Tenderly” and “Poor Butterfly” while McPartland plays, then the two join forces for “My Funny Valentine.”
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