Kenton's 1957 album "Kenton with Voices" features his orchestra on a series of arrangements of popular songs, sung by a chorus. It's a departure from his more typical instrumental work, showcasing his band's versatility in a more accessible format.
- The album was released on the Music Manager label in September 1957.
- It features arrangements of popular standards by composers like Harold Arlen and Vernon Duke.
- This album was one of Kenton's explorations into vocal jazz during the late 1950s.
Stan Kenton was a bandleader and pianist known for his progressive jazz orchestra and innovative, often bombastic arrangements. In 1957, Kenton was at a mature stage of his career, having recently explored a mellower, more romantic vein with his "Kenton Command Performance" and "Kenton Showcase" albums.
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