Chet Baker Sings & Plays The Standards (CD)

(2003/EMI) 15 tracks
“Sings & Plays the Standards” presents Chet Baker in one of his most recognizable musical settings, combining his distinctive trumpet playing with his understated vocal style. The collection focuses on classic jazz standards and highlights Baker both as an instrumentalist and as a singer. His lyrical trumpet sound and intimate delivery became closely associated with the cool jazz tradition, and this selection offers an accessible way to experience that characteristic approach. The repertoire includes standards such as “My Funny Valentine” and “Embraceable You”, alongside other well-known material from the jazz songbook. This Capitol CD edition is listed with 15 tracks and was published in 2003. It is a fitting choice for listeners who appreciate melodic, relaxed jazz and for collectors looking for Chet Baker recordings centered on the standard repertoire.