Lyrics included. Here is a truly outstanding collection of tunes for you to learn, with the emphasis on melody. Written over a span of 37 years, these songs all fall within the great popular song tradition. As usual, jazzmen over the years have made each of these songs "standards" through their own performing tradition. In particular, jazz greats such as John Coltrane, Tommy Dorsey, Sarah Vaughan and Benny Carter have enjoyed the songs well enough to record them over the decades. What better endorsement for the melodic and harmonic value of these great songs? Join our exciting rhythm section for a refreshing tour of great American songwriting. Rhythm section is Rob Schneiderman, piano; Rufus Reid, bass; Akira Tana, drums