Carmen McRae stands as one of the most influential and foundational vocalists in jazz history, celebrated alongside icons like Billie Holiday and Ella Fitzgerald. Renowned for her masterfully behind-the-beat phrasing and unparalleled storytelling, McRae was a true musician’s singer who brought dramatic precision to every lyric.

Get Set For Miss Jazz: 1953-57 is an essential 16-track vinyl compilation chronicling the defining early years of her solo career. Spanning 1953 to 1957, this collection beautifully captures her evolution from a New York club performer into a major jazz force.

The anthology features landmark early recordings, including her poignant 1953 interpretation of "A Foggy Day" and the high-energy "Get Set."

Showcasing her peerless command of standards like "Midnight Sun" and "Lush Life," this premium retrospective is an absolute must-have for vocal jazz aficionados and vinyl collectors. 

TRACKS

Side A
1    A Foggy Day
2    If I'm Lucky
3    Get Set
4    Midnight Sun
5    Yesterdays
6    Speak Low (When You Speak, Love)
7    I'll Remember April
8    I'm Putting All My Eggs In One Basket

Side B
1    Yardbird Suite
2    You Took Advantage Of Me
3    Lush Life
4    I Can't Escape From You
5    My Funny Valentine
6    Nice Work If You Can Get It
7    East of the Sun (And West of the Moon)
8    Exactly Like You