TEDDI KING - Now in Vogue (1956-2007) OOG

The subtlety and intimacy of the signature Storyville label sound perfectly complement what critic Whitney Balliett once dubbed Teddi King's "peaceful, spacious way of phrasing," and Now in Vogue captures in full the singer's Zen-like serenity, showcasing her uncommonly lyrical phrasing and deep affinity for melody. Recorded with a stellar septet including trombonist Bob Brookmeyer, trumpeter Nick Travis and pianist Billy Taylor, the session boasts a deceptive simplicity that underscores the sheer grace of all its participants. King's contralto is both the focal point and just another instrument in the mix, fusing with the music so seamlessly that it seems as if she's been singing these songs and playing with this band her entire life. by Jason Ankeny
Tracklist:
1 Why Do You Suppose? 2:52
Lorenz Hart / Richard Rodgers
2 Over the Rainbow 2:25
Harold Arlen / E.Y. "Yip" Harburg
3 Old Folks 3:20
Dedette Lee Hill / Willard Robison
4 Fools Fall in Love 3:43
Irving Berlin
5 I Didn't Know About You 2:43
Duke Ellington / Bob Russell
6 You Can Depend on Me 2:40
7 Like a Ship Without Sail 4:10
8 This Is Always 2:45
Mack Gordon / Harry Warren
9 You Turned the Tables on Me 2:52
Louis Alter / Sidney Mitchell
10 I'm in the Market for You 3:01
James F. Hanley / Joseph McCarthy
11 Something to Live For 3:40
12 You Hit the Spot 3:29
Credits:
 Alto Saxophone – Gene Quill (tracks: 1 to 3, 7)
Baritone Saxophone – Sol Schlinger (tracks: 1 to 3, 7)
Bass – Milt Hinton
Drums – Osie Johnson
Piano – Billy Taylor
Trombone – Bob Brookmeyer
Trumpet – Nick Travis (tracks: 1 to 3, 7)
Vocals – Teddi King