Caravan
Arthur Lyman
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Night and stars above that shine so bright The myst'ry of their fading light That shines upon our caravan Sleep upon my shoulder as we creep Across the sand so I may keep The mem'ry of our caravan This is so exciting You are so inviting Resting in my arms As I thrill to the magic charms Of you beside me here beneath the blue My dream of love is coming true Within our desert caravan
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Arthur Lyman"Caravan" was covered by Arthur Lyman, a notable Hawaiian musician specializing in a style known as exotica, which combines tropical aesthetics with jazz and lounge music.
- Lyman used exotic instruments like marimbas, vibraphones, and bird calls in his version of "Caravan," adding a unique tropical spin to the classic jazz composition.
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Gordon JenkinsGordon Jenkins, a renowned American arranger, composer, and conductor, also notably covered "Caravan."
- His orchestral arrangement of "Caravan" aimed to bring the exotic themes of the song to a broader audience.
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Johnny MathisJohnny Mathis, a popular American singer of pop, jazz, soul, and blues, covered "Carvan", and his version is known for its lush, romantic vocal style.
- Mathis's recording of "Caravan" was a significant departure from the song's jazz roots, featuring clean orchestral arrangements and smooth vocals.
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Martin DennyMartin Denny, another pioneer of the exotica genre like Arthur Lyman, created a version of "Caravan" as well.
- Denny's arrangement, which leans heavily into the exotica style with its use of unconventional percussion and animal sounds, remains among the more popular versions of "Caravan."
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General Facts- The song "Caravan" was originally composed by Duke Ellington and Juan Tizol, and made its debut in 1936.
- It is regarded as a jazz standard, frequently covered by numerous artists from various musical genres.
- The song's various covers reflect its enduring appeal and flexibility across multiple genres, styles, and interpretations.
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