{"product_id":"betty-carter-the-early-modern-sound-1956-61","title":"BETTY CARTER - The Early Modern Sound 1956-61","description":"\u003cp\u003eBetty Carter stands as one of the most radical, fiercely independent, and singular vocalists in modern jazz history. Moving far beyond standard lyric delivery, she transformed her voice into a flexible horn-like instrument capable of breathtaking bebop phrasing, razor-sharp pitch control, and complex harmonic reinterpretation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Early Modern Sound 1956–61 captures a pivotal transformational arc in Carter's early career, documenting her departure from conventional big-band singing as she forged an uncompromising vocal language on her own terms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBringing together landmark sessions recorded for Epic, Peacock, Forum, and ABC-Paramount, this essential collection traces her journey from a brilliant young innovator into an avant-garde master.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHighlighting both her small-group bop explorations and her legendary, hit-making 1961 duets with Ray Charles - complete with historic master-tape quirks - this compilation offers a comprehensive, highly accessible gateway into the formative years of a true jazz titan.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ACROBAT","offers":[{"title":"LP","offer_id":55029466661187,"sku":"RPT-36864","price":18.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0821\/1601\/8499\/files\/369_20261106_1803_120327_034_p_0824046172725_017.jpg?v=1794225749","url":"https:\/\/www.recordplant.co.uk\/products\/betty-carter-the-early-modern-sound-1956-61","provider":"Record Plant","version":"1.0","type":"link"}