First released in 1958
Recording and release
“Misty” is presented here in its 1958 recording by Sarah Vaughan. It appears on Vaughan and Violins, giving the singer an orchestral setting for an especially sustained melodic interpretation.
Sound and arrangement
The accompaniment supports a broad vocal line with softly changing instrumental colours. Vaughan can move from a rounded lower note to a brighter upper register while keeping the phrase connected. The performance’s scale comes from control of tone and timing rather than constant emphasis.
Listening notes
Listen to the end of each phrase and the way the next one begins. A delayed entry or a small change of vocal colour can alter the feeling of the melody. The arrangement leaves room for these details even as its overall sound becomes expansive.
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