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The Year of Tony Bennett

An Appreciation of the Art and Music of Tony Bennett

August 30, 2017 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Song of the Day: Fascinatin’ Rhythm

The song of the day for Thursday, August 31, 2017 is “Fascinatin’ Rhythm.”

About This Song

Written by George and Ira Gershwin in 1924 for the Broadway musical Lady Be Good, “Fascinating Rhythm” was introduced by Cliff Edwards and Fred and Adele Astaire. The Astaires also recorded the song in 1926 with Gershwin on piano. “Fascinating Rhythm” was, and still is, a jazz number. For that reason, it has never been out of favor with jazz artists, both vocal and instrumental.

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded today’s version of “Fascinatin’ Rhythm” in December 1958 for the album In Person!, made with Count Basie and His Orchestra. The terrific arrangement is by Ralph Sharon.

Fascinatin" Rhythm

Tony Bennett & Count Basie · The Complete Recordings (Bonus Track Version) · Song · 2013


“Fascinatin’ Rhythm,” as well as In Person!, is available from iTunes.

About Today

Today we say goodbye to our musical collaborator of the month, Count Basie. It’s been a real pleasure for me to listen to these great recordings. I hope you’ve enjoyed it to.

I have a very special person picked out for September, so stay tuned for some more great Tony Bennett recordings!

Filed Under: Song of the Day Tagged With: Count Basie and His Orchestra, George Gershwin, In Person!, Ira Gershwin, Ralph Sharon, Tony Bennett

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