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內容簡介 After the success of THE MANY FACES COLLECTION, here comes a new series which will inspire the JAZZ COLLECTORS. The HIDDEN WORLD is aimed at the Jazz Aficionados, paying particular attention to the various periods in the career of some of the finest interpreters in Jazz history. THE HIDDEN WORLD OF BILLIE HOLIDAY Nicknamed "Lady Day " by her friend and music partner Lester Young, Billie Holiday had a seminal influence on jazz music and pop singing. Her vocal style, strongly inspired by jazz instrumentalists, pioneered a new way of manipulating phrasing and tempo. Holiday was known for her vocal delivery and improvisation skills, which made up for her limited range and lack of formal music education. After a turbulent childhood, Holiday began singing in nightclubs around Harlem. After being heard by producer John Hammond, who commended her voice, Holiday was signed to Brunswick Records in 1935. Collaborations with Teddy Wilson yielded the hit "I cried for you " and "You let me down ", which would later become jazz standards They were given free rein to improvise the swing pop material of the time. Holiday’s improvisation of the melody line to fit the emotion was revolutionary."
