Angel Eyes
Not just a 'harmonica man' but considered a musician's musician, the harmonica in the hands of Charles Leighton becomes the instrument of transport that carries you to Charley's world. It is a world in which art and science, philosophy and music merge and are at once reinvented by Charley. For many in his legion of longtime fans, the Charles Leighton presented in this collection manifest the most compelling side of his multi-faceted persona. Whether he is rendering a love song at a slow dance tempo or taking flight into an improvisational articulation, he always speaks his heart. And, he speaks volumes. Smooth transcendent lyricism is always the central voice of his music even when, at any given moment, he will burst into tones characteristic of a horn, bending a high note into a new dimension. Covering ballads to bossa to blues, this is destined to become a collector's album, including a rare BONUS track sparkling like a precious gem in the history of 'Radio Americana'. After having (just before the show aired live) kicked around a few songs together, Carmichael publicly praises Leighton's playing. But, even Carmichael's praise become understatements once Charley's performance begins. Charles Leighton, chromatic harmonica Ted Simon, piano 1. Angel Eyes 2. Bossa 3. Yesterdays 4. I Can't Give You Anything But Love 5. Ghost Of A Chance 6. Watch What Happens 7. I'm In The Mood For Love 8. In A Sentimental Mood 9. Charley's Tune 10. I Understand 11. Tapioca 12. Someone To Watch Over Me 13. Tin Roof Blues 14. Sophisticated Lady 15. Sugar Blues 16. For All We Know 17. St Louis Blues (BONUS TRACK) with Hoagy Carmichael Radio Broadcast - 1944
Charles Leighton  (Author)    Format: Audio CD
{"Manufacturer": "Mega Mouth", "Date First Available": "January 30, 2007", "Label": "Mega Mouth"}