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The Great American Songbook Collection (4CD/DVD) [BOX SET]

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Product Details

  • Audio CD (November 15, 2005)
  • Original Release Date: November 15, 2005
  • Number of Discs: 5
  • Format: Box set
  • Note on Boxed Sets: During shipping, discs in boxed sets occasionally become dislodged without damage. Please examine and play these discs. If you are not completely satisfied, we'll refund or replace your purchase.
  • Label: J-Records
  • ASIN: B000BNI99K
  • Also Available in: Audio CD
  • Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,721 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

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    #23 in  Music > Box Sets
    #72 in  Music > Pop > Oldies > Traditional Pop
    #80 in  Music > Broadway & Vocalists > Traditional Vocal Pop

Disc: 1
1. You Go To My Head (feat Dave Koz)
2. They Can't Take That Away From Me (feat Arturo Sandoval)
3. The Way You Look Tonight
4. It Had to Be You (feat Michael Brecker)
5. That Old Feeling (feat Arturo Sandoval)
See all 14 tracks on this disc
Disc: 2
1. Time After Time
2. I’m In The Mood For Love
3. Don’t Get Around Much Anymore
4. Bewitched, Bothered & Bewildered (Duet with Cher)
5. 'Till There Was You
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Disc: 3
1. Embraceable You
2. For Sentimental Reasons (feat Dave Koz)
3. Blue Moon (feat Eric Clapton)
4. What A Wonderful World (feat Stevie Wonder)
5. Stardust
See all 14 tracks on this disc
Disc: 4
1. I've Got a Crush on You - Diana Ross
2. I Wish You Love
3. You Send Me
4. Long Ago and Far Away
5. Makin' Whoopee
See all 13 tracks on this disc

Editorial Reviews

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Often as people age, they grow more interested in ancestry. Rod Stewart's musical family tree certainly includes the great crooners of the past--those who took the pop songs included in his Great American Songbook series and turned them into standards. It's fitting, that he should find a late middle-age career revival by paying homage to the music that paved the way for rock clubs, discothèques, and screaming groupies the world over. Stewart's series has only grown stronger since it debuted with It Had to Be You. Most vocalists could spend sleepless nights trying to figure out how to make "Until the Real Thing Comes Along" their own. It's no problem for Rod. His jetsetter barring coupled with that unmistakable, husky voice is more than enough for him to leave his own stamp on the songs. And with the addition of guest stars from Cher to Chaka Kahn, well, there's a little something for everyone… especially those who remember when "Do Ya Think I'm Sexy" was haunting the charts. For fans who sampled and loved a portion of this collection, the box set is a handsome addition to their library. It contains not only the four American Songbook CDs, but a DVD sampler of concert footage. (The set says "Big Band Era." The saxophonist in the mini skirt says it's a Rod Stewart show.) There's also a booklet of glamour shots featuring Rod and one or more leggy blondes, and notes on Stewart's musical career. Rod doesn’t quite convey the ease performing these tunes on stage that he does on the CDs, and the bio is far from unbiased, but who can help but love this music? Especially for sentimental reasons. --Leah Weathersby


Product Description

All four volumes of Rod Stewart's phenomenally successful Great American Songbook series together for the first time in a brand-new box set.

Contains: -It Had to Be You... -As Time Goes By... -Stardust... -Thanks For The Memory... -Plus a bonus DVD of four live tracks and one music video -Deluxe 5" x 10" display book. Including a full-color 20-page book containing new liner notes and never-before-seen photos.


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20 of 21 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Never been a Rod Stewart fan, but these are fantastic!, November 21, 2005
By Fluffy (Florida) - See all my reviews
I've never been much of a Rod Stewart fan, but I absolutely love these albums! I heard my son playing them, and was immediately enticed and had to have the boxed set. They bring back memories of my father telling me about the big open-air dance theater that he used to go to back in the 40's and 50's. He told me there was magic at these dances with the moon and stars, beautiful music, beautiful girls, and romance in the air. They were the place to go and romance your sweetheart. This boxed set of four CD's contains elegant and classy renditions of old American classic favorites from a romantic era when music was special and the lyrics and melodies meant something. The boxed set also contains a short DVD and a photo and story insert about the creation of this series of great American classics. It is hard to pick any favorites in these CD's, because I love all the songs. Some of my favorites are "It Had to Be You", "Moonglow", "I'll Be Seeing You", "Smile", "As Time Goes By" (featuring Queen Latifah), "Stardust", "Isn't It Romantic", "Long Ago and Far Away", and "Let's Fall In Love". The orchestrations and contributing artists are top-notch. The only song that I would have liked to see another artist perform with Rod on is "Baby, It's Cold Outside", which he sings with Dolly Parton. Her squeaky, hillbilly voice just sent chills down my spine, like scratching your fingernails on a blackboard. It just doesn't lend well to these classy songs. It is evident in the span of the CD's how Stewart's voice and the arrangments of the music evolve to become better and smoother. Some people might say that Stewart's voice doesn't lend well to this type of music, but not any more so than Louis Armstrong's voice did when he sang the classics. Stewart sings with a passion that makes each song meaningful and special. This genre was a great transition for Stewart to change to after his Pop/Rock career. So light the fire, fix that special dinner, break out the wine and candles, and slow dance with your sweetheart to these magical melodies that will take you away to a very romantic place. I have listened to these CD's over and over since purchasing them, and they have definitely become some of my favorites. Stewart comments that he has no plans to continue with the great American classics series he has started, but I sincerely hope that he will decide to make more of these CD's. He has touched my heart and soul with these beautiful melodies, and you won't be disappointed with these treasures!
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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Having seen Frank Sinatra perform live...., December 1, 2005
By Jake "Angeljake" (St Paul, MN United States) - See all my reviews
What makes this series so rare is that the 4 volumes all compliment each other. Rod Stewart's voice is in great form and the arrangements are so simple and unassuming that you simply enjoy the music from one disc to the next. Great for the holidays, dinnertime, when company is over, right before you go to sleep etc. My favorite duet is the one with Cher from volume 2 but if you dont happen to care for an artist that Rod is duetting with rest assured that it doesnt take away from the realxing quality of the set as a whole. Although this isnt Sinatra its great to have a box of light standards that please from one disc to the next.
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars How could you not love these songs?, February 4, 2006
By S. E. Fanning (Nashville, TN) - See all my reviews
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One of the songs, "I Can't Get Started with You," contains the line, "Tina Turner's had me for tea." Now, there's a visual.

I have an embarrassing memory of canoodling with a date in his orange shag-carpeted apartment while watching Rod sing "Do Ya Think I'm Sexy" on TV. Fortunately, both Rod and I have come a long way since then.

Love these songs so much. Very romantic and Rod's voice is perfect My particular favorites are "Smile," "Wonderful World," "Give Me a Kiss to Build a Dream On," "Stardust" (with Eric Claptaon), "Bewitched, Bothered and Bewildered" (with Cher), "I'll Take Manhattan" (with Bette Midler), and "Baby, it's Cold Outside" (with Dolly Parton).

Highly recommended.
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5.0 out of 5 stars The Great American Songbook Collection (4CD/DVD)
A good collection of Rod Stewart songs. Delivered on-time by BN at a fair price
Published 6 months ago by T. Stauber

5.0 out of 5 stars Who'd a thunk?
Never in a million years would I have thought of the gravel-voiced Rod Stewart to record classics like 'Stardust' or 'As Time Goes By'. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Jody

5.0 out of 5 stars The Perfect Gift
Rod Stewart has kept his sexy, sultry voice. This music is perfect for a dinner party, just to have playing on a rainy day, and driving on a long road trip. Read more
Published 7 months ago by C. Crawford

4.0 out of 5 stars the great american songbook collection
I boiught the great american songbook collection for my mother for christmas. It is not my taste as I prefer the original Rod Stewart but my mother was so delighted with it I... Read more
Published 22 months ago by Mrs. Jose Britton

5.0 out of 5 stars It's the band, not Rod
Rod Stewart, in my opinion, merely plays a minor role in this collection; it is his phenomenal back-up musicians who are responsible for the flawless renditions herein. Read more
Published on November 4, 2007 by J. Mark Bickerton

5.0 out of 5 stars What I expected
It was shipped in a timely fashion, the condition of the 4 CD set was in very good shape. I was pleased with it overall.
Published on January 18, 2007 by J. Schlosky

5.0 out of 5 stars One G.A.S.masterpiece after another..How does he do it ??
Finally,this marvelous work is cornered and boxed for your listening and dancing pleasure.Legions of fans have expressed their raving reviews and I'd humbly wish to add mine. Read more
Published on October 16, 2006 by Richard C. Ferris

5.0 out of 5 stars Never been a fan....Until Now!!!
I love Rod's take on these sweet,sentimental,classic songs.Grab a glass of Chablis...dim the lights...turn the phone off...and fall into each others arms....ahhhh...romance :-)
Published on May 16, 2006 by Judi M. Rock

1.0 out of 5 stars An Insult
There was a time that an artist selling a 1.000 records could claim to be a bigger seller than Rod Steward. It should have stayed this way. Read more
Published on April 23, 2006 by Soulboogiealex

5.0 out of 5 stars A FAN OPINION
Well, I got this box set as a gift from my brother, I find it really nice and interesting, it is great for a fan to know Rod Stewart still is important in music charts, I enjoy... Read more
Published on January 25, 2006 by jamel cavero

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