A lovely collection

If you are a fan of Louis Armstrong (even if you aren't) this is a wonderful collection of soulful tunes. It has some rare songs that I could not find in any other collection. A wonderful choice!

Perfect Armstrong

This Cd is extraordinary. But, as any Satch-lover would argue, which one isnt? But this work contains all vocals. Armstrong uses his powerful and rough voice to execute delicate and intricately beautiful sarenades. It is the real essence of any Satchmo fan. Perfectly paired with a good chardonnay =-)

Satch Serenades Eighteen Classics

With classics such La Vie en Rose, A Kiss To Build A Dream On and Hank Williams' Your Cheatin' Heart, Satchmo Serenades is the perfect place to enjoy the vocal charms of Louis Armstrong. Blessed or cursed with the most unique rasp and frog-like voice, Satch knew how to make the most of his vocal limitations. Like his trumpet playing his phrasing and rhythm are impecable. Then there's his skatting, check out It Takes Two To Tango or Someday, (You'll Be Sorry). It doesn't get any better than this.

Recorded between 1949 and 1953 Armstrong was no loner able to play the extended solos and hit the same high notes he had in his prime. To compensate he developed a vocal styling and let his magnificant personality shine through. Nowhere is this more appearant than on these delightful selections, eighteen in all. It's true Louis never hit a wrong note and he always knew precisely how to interpret a song.