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The Year of Tony Bennett

An Appreciation of the Art and Music of Tony Bennett

May 10, 2022 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Song of the Day: When In Rome

The song of the day for Wednesday, May 11, 2022, is “When In Rome.”

About This Song

“When In Rome” was written by Cy Coleman and Carolyn Leigh in 1964. In the year 2000, part of his 70th birthday celebration at the Library of Congress, Stephen Sondheim chose a list of ‘Songs I Wish I Had Written (At Least in Part).’ On this list were several songs by Cy Coleman and Carolyn Leigh, most of which are songs that Tony Bennett has recorded including “When In Rome.”

About This Version

Tony Bennett and Bill Evans recorded “When In Rome” in 1975 for their first album: The Tony Bennett/Bill Evans Album.

“When In Rome,” as well as The Tony Bennett/Bill Evans Album is available on Apple Music.

Filed Under: Song of the Day Tagged With: Bill Evans, Carolyn Leigh, Cy Coleman, The Tony Bennett/Bill Evans Album, Tony Bennett

February 4, 2022 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Song of the Day: The Rules of the Road

The song of the day for Saturday, February 5, 2022, is “The Rules of the RoadThe Rules of the Road.”

About This Song

“The Rules of the Road” was written in 1961 by Cy Coleman and Carolyn Leigh. In addition to several recordings by Tony Bennett, the song has also been recorded by Lena Horne, Shirley Horne, Nat King Cole, and Rosemary Clooney.

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded “The Rules of the Road” in 1961, with a fine arrangement by Ralph Burns. It was released on the 1962 album I Left My Heart In San Francisco.

“The Rules of the Road,” as well as I Left My Heart In San Francisco is available on Apple Music.

Filed Under: Song of the Day Tagged With: Carolyn Leigh, Cy Coleman, I Left My Heart in San Francisco, Ralph Burns, Tony Bennett

December 28, 2021 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Song of the Day: The Rules of the Road

The song of the day for Wednesday, December 29, 2021, is “The Rules of the Road.”

About This Song

“The Rules of the Road” was written in 1961 by Cy Coleman and Carolyn Leigh. In addition to several recordings by Tony Bennett, the song has also been recorded by Lena Horne, Shirley Horne, Nat King Cole, and Rosemary Clooney.

About This Version

Today we’re featuring Bennett’s second studio recording of “The Rules of the Road,” recorded in 1964 with The Ralph Sharon Trio for the album When Lights Are Low. Ralph Sharon wrote the arrangement.

“The Rules of the Road,” as well as When Lights Are Low is available on Apple Music.https://music.apple.com/us/album/when-lights-are-low-remastered/576713269

Filed Under: Song of the Day Tagged With: Carolyn Leigh, Cy Coleman, Ralph Sharon, The Ralph Sharon Trio, Tony Bennett, When Lights Are Low

September 18, 2021 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Song of the Day: Rules of the Road

The song of the day for Sunday, September 19, 2021, is “Rules of the Road.”

About This Song

“Rules of the Road” was written in 1961 by Cy Coleman and Carolyn Leigh. In addition to several recordings by Tony Bennett, the song has also been recorded by Lena Horne, Shirley Horne, Nat King Cole, and Rosemary Clooney.

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded this version of “Rules of the Road” in 1964 with The Ralph Sharon Trio for the album When Lights Are Low. Unlike his 1961 recording, this one is a little slower in tempo and more introspective. Both are wonderful, but this one is my favorite.

The Rules Of The Road

Listen to The Rules Of The Road on Spotify. Tony Bennett · Song · 1964.

“Rules of the Road,” as well as When Lights Are Low is available on Apple Music.

Filed Under: Song of the Day Tagged With: Carolyn Leigh, Cy Coleman, The Ralph Sharon Trio, Tony Bennett, When Lights Are Low

August 8, 2021 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Song of the Day: The Rules of the Road

The song of the day for Monday, August 9, 2021, is “The Rules of the Road.”

About This Song

“The Rules of the Road” was written by Cy Coleman and Carolyn Leigh in 1961. In addition to several fine recordings by Tony Bennett, the song has also been recorded by Lena Horne, Shirley Horne, Nat King Cole, and Rosemary Clooney.

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded this version of “The Rules of the Road” in 1964 with The Ralph Sharon Trio for When Lights Are Low. This version is quite different from his 1961 recording: it’s quiet and introspective. But as regular readers know, I really love this song, which I’ve featured 25 times on this blog, which I believe makes it the most-featured song. All I can say is thank you for indulging me.

Speak Low

Listen to Speak Low on Spotify. Tony Bennett · Song · 1964.

“The Rules of the Road,” as well as When Lights Are Low is available on Apple Music.

Filed Under: Song of the Day Tagged With: Carolyn Leigh, Cy Coleman, The Ralph Sharon Trio, Tony Bennett, When Lights Are Low

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