Fay Victor - Life Is Funny That Way [CD]

Please Note Not All Our New Items Are Shrink Wrapped.All items shipped within 3 working days of payment.

Acclaimed vocalist-lyricist-arranger Fay Victor & her Herbie Nichols SUNG Quintet celebrate and thoroughly reconsider the rich legacy of jazz composer Herbie Nichols with Life Is Funny That Way, bringing it singing boldly into this century. Following on Billie Holiday, who famously wrote 'Lady Sings The Blues' to Nichols' 'Serenade,' Victor developed this deep love project over the course of the past decade, after years of exploring the late composer's work.

This landmark album also the first time that a full program of lyrics were written & recorded for Nichols' compositions. The innovative arrangements - also by Victor - are brought to vibrant life by a long-dedicated & deeply gifted quintet of veteran jazz performers, with Michael Attias (alto & baritone saxophones), Anthony Coleman(piano), Ratzo Harris (bass), and Tom Rainey (drums). A group united by their mutual love of both Nichols' writing and Victor's estimable artistry.

The source material is from Nichols' Blue Note sessions of 1955-56, plus three compositions not recorded in his lifetime. The erudite & extensive liner notes, which include key elements of Nichols biography, were written by esteemed jazz critic & author Kevin Whitehead (NPR's Fresh Air).

Packaged in deluxe 6-panel digipak with full-color 12pg booklet.

Life Is Funny That Way

Tonight

The Bassist

Lady Sings The Blues

Bright Butterfly

Twelve Bars

Sinners, All of Us!

Descent Into Madness

The Culprit Is You

Non-Fraternization Clause

Shuffle Montgomery

Life Is Funny That Way

Tonight

The Bassist

Lady Sings The Blues

Bright Butterfly

Twelve Bars

Sinners, All of Us!

Descent Into Madness

The Culprit Is You

Non-Fraternization Clause

Shuffle Montgomery

• Product Type: AUDIO CD
• Barcode: 642623801529

Dispatch Information: Dispatch times vary by item and items are only dispatched on UK working days – not weekends or UK Bank Holidays. Items marked "Dispatched Same Day" will be dispatched on the day of purchase if bought before 2pm GMT. "Dispatched Same Day" items bought after 2pm GMT or on a non-working day will be dispatched on the next working day. We aim to dispatch all other items within 3-5 working days.

Delivery Information: We aim to deliver your order as quickly and efficiently as possible. All UK orders are dispatched using Royal Mail 48 Tracked service and the standard delivery times are 2-3 business days. Please note that delivery times for overseas orders will vary depending on your location and the shipping option you choose during checkout.

Shipping Costs: We offer free delivery on all UK orders and free worldwide delivery on orders over £15.

Tracking Your Order: All UK orders are tracked. Once your order is dispatched, you will receive a tracking number via email. You can use this tracking number to monitor the progress of your delivery on the Royal Mail Track and Trace website.

Returns and Exchanges: We want you to be completely satisfied with your purchase. If for any reason you are not happy with your order, you may return it within 28 days of the item being dispatched for a refund or exchange. Please note the following guidelines:
- Items must be returned in their original condition and packaging – items that have been opened or had shrink wrap removed are not eligible for return or refund.
- Make sure to include your order number in the returned package.

How to Initiate a Return: To initiate a return or exchange, please contact our customer service team. The team is available to assist you with any questions or concerns you may have about the process.

Refund Processing: Refunds will be processed as soon as we receive your item back into our warehouse. Replacements are subject to availability and if a replacement is not available, a refund will be issued.

If you have any further questions or need assistance, please don't hesitate to contact our customer service team or check out our FAQ’s. We're here to help ensure your shopping experience is enjoyable and hassle-free. Thank you for choosing Chalkys!