This 1955 album features Kostelanetz and his Orchestra's interpretations of Jerome Kern's compositions, showcasing the orchestra's signature opulent sound. It presents a specific selection of Kern's output, arranged and performed in the mid-50s style.
- The album was released on the Leverage label in 1955. It features compositions by the celebrated American songwriter Jerome Kern. The orchestra was led by Andre Kostelanetz, known for his accessible interpretations of orchestral music.
- This recording was made in 1955, a period when Kostelanetz continued his prolific recording career for Columbia Records, though this specific album appeared on the Leverage label.
- Leverage was a budget label imprint of Columbia Records during the 1950s, often reissuing material or releasing less prominent recordings.
Andre Kostelanetz was a Russian-American conductor known for his interpretations of popular classical music and film scores. His orchestra was famed for its lush arrangements and mainstream appeal in the mid-20th century.
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