When I was working up Big Spender myself, I watched every version of Shirley Bassey singing it that I could find. It's amazing to watch her version develop over time. The song is an incredible showcase for her showmanship. She always seems to be having so much fun with it, and the audience eats it up.

Here's a new rather than older performace, where she seems to be having an absolute blast. It's less about the song & more about the fun.

https://youtu.be/MVSlILP4fSk?t=58

#jazz #VocalJazz #ShirleyBassey

Just before the pandemic started, I was working up a set list to sing at a little restaurant that hosts a cabaret night. One of the songs I was working on was "Big Spender" by by Cy Coleman & Dorothy Fields. I especially love Shirley Bassey's version(s).

So my question tonight for Shirley Bassey fans is *which* of her versions of Big Spender is your fave?

I'd be thrilled if you included links.

#jazz #VocalJazz #ShirleyBassey

I know it's a good day when I catch myself singing "If I Were A Bell" around the kitchen. 💋

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bgaamWCjtgA

#HollyCole #HollyColeTrio #Jazz #VocalJazz #GuysAndDolls #FrankLoesser

Now listening: Kiss Me In the Morning, Jorja Smith

A great rendition of a great, jazzy, sexy song.

I keep meaning to work this up in the hopes of a future where I can get out singing again one day.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CtXA9nGejCU

#Jazz #TheEddy #JorjaSmith #VocalJazz

Now listening: Kiss Me In the Morning, Jorja Smith

A great rendition of a great, jazzy, sexy song.

I keep meaning to work this up in the hopes of a future where I can get out signing again one day.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CtXA9nGejCU

#Jazz #TheEddy #JorjaSmith #VocalJazz

Confession: I wasn't sure if I wanted to go with "Let's Fall in Love" by Harold Arlen (music) and Ted Koehler (lyrics) from 1933, or "Let's Do It, Let's Fall in Love" by Cole Porter from 1928.

If you're not familiar with the former, here's Ella Fitzgerald's luscious version.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4YjKQYsVj2o

#ColePorter #HaroldArlen #TedKoehler #ColePorter #EllaFitzgerald #Jazz #ClassicJazz #JazzStandards #VocalJazz