The show tune My Funny Valentine was composed by Richard Rodgers and Lorenz Hart for their 1937 musical Babes in Arms, where it was introduced by former child star Mitzi Green. It would become a popular jazz standard, appearing on over 1300 albums performed by over 600 artists. First recorded by Chet Baker in 1952, it soon became something like his theme song, omnipresent on his club and concert sets. This LP opens with one of Chets numerous versions of the song, and also presents a selection of some of his best interpretations of well-known standards.
Track Listing:
- My Funny Valentine 02:20
- Someone To Watch Over Me 03:03
- Moonlight Becomes You 03:27
- This Is Always 03:09
- Im Glad There Is You 03:15
- Time After Time 02:47
- Sweet Lorraine 03:12
- Its Always You 03:36
- Lets Get Lost 03:45
- Moon Love 03:19
- Like Someone In Love 02:26
- Ive Never Been In Love Before 04:30
- Isnt It Romantic? 03:31
- I Fall In Love Too Easily 03:20
my funny valentine