The Kirby Stone Four With Jimmy Carroll And His Orchestra – Baubles, Bangles And Beads

Baubles, Bangles And Beads – The Kirby Stone Four

Released during the golden age of American vocal groups, Baubles, Bangles And Beads showcases the polished close-harmony singing that made The Kirby Stone Four popular in the 1950s and early 1960s. Backed by the orchestra of Jimmy Carroll, the album combines standards from Broadway, Tin Pan Alley, and the Great American Songbook with sophisticated vocal arrangements and light swing accompaniment.

The quartet was known for its smooth blend, precise harmonies, and ability to bridge pop and jazz traditions. Rather than relying on solo vocal performances, the group's appeal came from intricate ensemble singing, often featuring playful rhythmic phrasing and inventive arrangements.

The title track, "Baubles, Bangles And Beads," originates from the musical Kismet, while other selections draw from classic American popular music and Broadway repertoire. The result is an album that reflects the elegant, easy-listening vocal style that flourished before the rise of rock and roll.

Tracklist

Side A

1. Baubles, Bangles And Beads
2. Bidin' My Time
3. Lullaby Of Broadway
4. Fugue For Tinhorns
5. In The Good Old Summertime
6. Rain

Side B

7. Zing! Went The Strings Of My Heart
8. Let's Do It
9. When My Sugar Walks Down The Street
10. Swingin' Down The Lane
11. Lady Love Me
12. Whispering