There Is No Greater Love
Miles Davis
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There is no greater love Than what I feel for you No greater love, No heart so true There is no greater thrill Than what you bring to me No sweeter song Than what you sing to me You're the sweetest thing I have ever known And to think that You are mine alone. There is no greater love In all the world, it's true No greater love Than what I feel for you You're the sweetest thing I have ever known, And to think that You are mine alone. There is no greater love In all the world, it's true No greater love Than what I feel for you
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Written by: ISHAM JONES, MARTY SYMES
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6 facts about this song
General Facts"There Is No Greater Love" is a popular jazz standard composed in 1936 by Isham Jones, with lyrics written by Marty Symes.
- Though it's been covered by many artists, it was most popularly recorded by jazz musicians like Gene Ammons, Miles Davis, Sonny Stitt, and Woody Herman.
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Gene Ammons FactsGene Ammons recorded "There Is No Greater Love" as a tenor saxophonist.
- His version of the song features his signature "fat" tone, a skillful rhythmic approach, and trademark vibrato.
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Miles Davis FactsMiles Davis, one of the most influential figures in jazz history, covered "There Is No Greater Love" on his album 'Round About Midnight in 1957.
- This song was one of the slower pieces in the album, displaying Davis's stunning and minimalistic trumpet playing.
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Sonny Stitt FactsSonny Stitt, a versatile saxophonist associated with bebop and hard bop, has also performed "There Is No Greater Love."
- Stitt's interpretation of the song has been praised for its fluidity, swift runs, and understated but powerful emotional depth.
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Woody Herman FactsWoody Herman's version of "There Is No Greater Love" came from his time as a clarinetist, alto/tenor saxophonist, singer, and leader of one of the greatest big bands in jazz history.
- "There Is No Greater Love" showcases Herman's big band at its tight-knit best, emphasizing their collective improvisation skills over individual solos.
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Legacy FactsThe song "There Is No Greater Love" has continued to be a popular standard in jazz, frequently performed and recorded by new generations of musicians.
- The diverse and unique interpretations of "There Is No Greater Love" by Gene Ammons, Miles Davis, Sonny Stitt, and Woody Herman have given the song a timeless appeal and influence in the world of jazz.
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