Horne captures the sophisticated atmosphere of a bygone era with her refined vocal stylings on this live recording. The album showcases her impeccable taste and effortless command of both jazz and popular standards.
- The album was recorded live at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in New York City. It features arrangements by Fats Fernwood and Harry Sukman. The album was reissued in 2007 by RCA/Legacy with bonus tracks.
- The album peaked at number 14 on the Billboard Top LPs chart.
- Horne's performance at the Waldorf Astoria was part of her successful nightclub residencies during the late 1950s.
Lena Horne was a celebrated American singer, actress, and activist. In 1958, she was at the height of her recording career, having recently released albums like "Stormy Weather" and "Lena Horne at the Sands."
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