Lena Horne's 1959 recording of "Porgy and Bess" is a classic interpretation of George Gershwin's opera, delivered with her signature vocal style. This album showcases Horne's ability to infuse the material with a sophisticated jazz sensibility.
- The album was arranged by Franz Allers, who also conducted the orchestra.
- Horne was the sole vocalist on the album, performing all the parts.
- This recording was part of a larger trend of jazz interpretations of "Porgy and Bess" in the late 1950s.
Lena Horne was a Grammy-winning jazz singer, dancer, and actress. She was a civil rights activist and a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.
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