@waltandrus Hi, Walt! Thanks a million for the kind words! My producer wrote the string arrangement and we hired some San Antonio Symphony players to record with me. It was a great experience! I appreciate your thoughtfulness! Best wishes to you, too....Ken
@SunnySunKansas Thank you very, very much for your kind words. I appreciate your message so much! God bless you and thanks again! Sincerely, Ken Slavin
Now, this is the tempo this beautiful song was meant to be sung. I wish there was a posting of Gloria Lynne's version, which is quite stunning. Ken Slavin's is quite exquisite. Thank you. I'd imagine Mr. Oscar Hammerstein, who wrote the lyrics, and Mr. Ben Oakland, who wrote the melody, would agree.
@tommytwilight62 Dear Tommy: I can't thank you enough for the very kind comment on my version of this song! WOW! Thanks a million! I hope you'll subscribe to my channel and share with your friends! Thanks again. Sincerely, Ken.
@swampzoid Well, thank you! Cole is one of my favorite singers of all time - so that is a very generous compliment, in my book! Thanks again for listening! Best, Ken
@TheSwingSinger Hi, Jack! I so appreciate your kind words! And I thank Greg for helping me by sharing this track and my channel. I hope you'll consider subscribing. And I'm going to check out your channel right now!!! Best, Ken
Fine musical offering, Ken, as referred to us by The Singing Kid. Above the realm of much of YouTube's musical offerings (not to necessarily besmirch other YT musicians...I among them... but your contributions do stand out). Very nice in the world of listening pleasure. Five plus deserving stars. Amicably, Kristi and John
@Blinkymyt Dear Kristi and John: What a lovely message and thank you so much! Greg and I have been friends here on YT for a couple of years and I have thoroughly enjoyed his videos. I am so happy that he shared my channel with you and his other friends! I have been overwhelmed with the kind comments from so many of them! I hope you'll subscribe and I will add you to my friends. Thank you very much!!!! - Ken
What a pleasure to listen to such a beautiful song and the singing is beyond words....WOW is all I can think of to say since I'm now speechless. No doubt you sing professionally dear. No one with a voice like yours could just be doing this for fun, like most of us here..:) Thank you singingkid for sharing this with me..
@blujeanswm03 Hello, Joyce! Thank you very, very much for your very kind comments! Yes, I am a professional singer. I have been performing here in Texas for 20 years. (Later this year I will give a 20th anniversary concert.) I am still not on a record label and I still pursue my gigs on evenings and weekends - and have my own PR business by day. I'm hopeful, though! This song has had good radio play here and there - but not enough to sing full time! Thanks again! -- Ken
@glennmach Hi, Marc! Thank you so much. I will check out your channel, too. This is the title song from my latest CD - it was such a joy to work on it. My producer wrote some incredible arrangements, including this one, which features San Antonio Symphony violinists. It was by far the biggest CD production I've ever done! Thanks again for the kind words! Best, Ken
Wonderful singing - I love singing this type of song, and I also love hearing quality recordings like this by other singers..... this is a class performance in every way. Five stars!
Just as Greg is, you too have indeed God-given talent. Wonderful voice and remarkable, mellow song- so soothing and relaxing. Thanks so much for sharing.
@MrAznavour65 I appreciate your comment so much! I'm very happy that Greg shared my music with you. He is such a great guy and so talented. I have enjoyed his songs and beautiful voice for a long time. Thanks a million!
@tootsieblues Thank you very much for listening. I'm grateful to Greg for sharing this with his friends. This song is the title tune to my latest CD. I've posted additional tracks from it, along with other recordings from the past.
Big thanks to Greg (singingkid) for directing me here.....First line of this song I was hooked! Great voice you have there Ken.....I`m subbing and adding as a friend....This channel is right up my street! -Kenny
@elvidinck Thanks for your very nice comments! I was fortunate to record my latest CD at the top studio in San Antonio and to have a wonderful engineer and producer who worked hard to achieve good sound. My producer also wrote the arrangements for the album. The violinists are from the San Antonio Symphony. I sent the master to New York for final mastering at the studio where lots of top jazz artists sent their stuff, including Norah Jones. So the sound turned out to be excellent.
@totethatgun Hi, Kenny! Thank you so much! I am so happy that Greg shared my channel with his friends. And I am delighted that you will subscribe and be a new friend here!
Great as always Ken! Lovely strings! I'd like to know more about the string arrangement and how you recorded this! I always liked Eydie Gorme's recording of this tune. Was this originally a waltz? I seem to remember hearing someone doing it in 3/4...
@waltandrus The string arrangement was written by Barry Brake, the man who served as producer on the latest CD. He hired two San Antonio symphony violinists, then had them play in twos seven times (overdubbing) to create the sound of a 14-piece string section. It was brilliant. This was the first time I ever sang with strings - and I did it on one take. I felt like Nat King Cole - loved every minute. If you need more technical information, I can put you in touch with Barry.
@waltandrus Walt: I forgot to tell you that I do think this was originally a waltz. I recorded it in both jazz waltz and 4/4 versions on my latest CD. And I also LOVE Eydie Gorme's version! I have that album and it is excellent. Thanks again, Ken
words have always failed me when I think of this gentleman...Ken is like a fine instrument...a God given talent...in a man with a heart as big as all of Texas!
@Shabannie Hello, Ellen: How nice of you! I am currently singing at III Forks at 111 Lavaca, every Saturday night this month and again on Sunday, February 14 (Valentine's Day). I expect to be doing many more Saturday appearances there, too. I hope you will come by soon and introduce yourself! All best, Ken
@PrisonerBob Hi, Bob! Gosh, sorry for that awful weather. Believe it or not, we've had quite a cold snap here, too - three nights in a row of temps in the 20s. That is very unusual for South Texas. But it doesn't compare to what you are experiencing up there! Stay warm and thanks, as always, for listening!
@hrpman Thank you so much! I'm glad you like it! Recording this album was a huge undertaking for me. And this particular track just seemed to "click" on all levels. I sang it in one take!!! And what a band/orchestra! I appreciate your kind words. Thanks again!
If you ever tour Britain, you must really let me know - there's so much enthusiasm here for this kind of music - I'd love to come to one of your concerts (and meet you personally!)
@hrpman I would LOVE to tour your country someday! So far, I haven't been on ANY tours - just shows in Texas and some guest "sit-ins" in New York. I'm far from going on the road, but 2010 is my 20th anniversary in the music business, so maybe it will be my lucky year! Thanks again! - Ken
Great Ken! Such a nice arrangement with the strings too! Best Wishes_Walt
waltandrus 1 month ago
@waltandrus Hi, Walt! Thanks a million for the kind words! My producer wrote the string arrangement and we hired some San Antonio Symphony players to record with me. It was a great experience! I appreciate your thoughtfulness! Best wishes to you, too....Ken
SanAntonioCrooner 1 month ago
Wonderful rendition of this lovely song !!
MusicalFeelings 1 month ago
@MusicalFeelings Thank you so very much! And thank you for the very thoughtful comments on the other videos! I appreciate it so much! Sincerely, Ken
SanAntonioCrooner 1 month ago
It's always great to revisit your channel and videos
KateAndMePopCulture 1 month ago
@KateAndMePopCulture Thank you, Heather! I like your new channel and will watch more videos soon! I subscribed last night!
SanAntonioCrooner 1 month ago
0:58, I got goosebumps, well done.
travisrules14 1 month ago
@travisrules14 Hi there! Thank you so very much for your kind words! I hope you'll subscribe to the channel! And share with your friends!
SanAntonioCrooner 1 month ago
no words can describe how beautiful and classic voice you have in your video. i enjoyed it so much.
SunnySunKansas 1 month ago
@SunnySunKansas Thank you very, very much for your kind words. I appreciate your message so much! God bless you and thanks again! Sincerely, Ken Slavin
SanAntonioCrooner 1 month ago
Wow... very nice job here.
MichaelHTillman 6 months ago
@MichaelHTillman HI! Thank you so much for your kind comment!
SanAntonioCrooner 4 months ago
@bullfrog11758 Thanks so much for his really nice comment! I appreciate it very much! -- Ken
SanAntonioCrooner 1 year ago
So Beautifully sung Listening to your music right now Please send me more always Give me so much pleasure God Bless
Idax
musicbod2 1 year ago
@musicbod2 Hi, Ida! Thank you so much! I will be posting more soon. You are a dear and I'm sending warm thoughts your way. Have a lovely day!
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Soothing and heartfelt!
devonte403 1 year ago
@devonte403 Thanks so much!!
SanAntonioCrooner 1 year ago
Now, this is the tempo this beautiful song was meant to be sung. I wish there was a posting of Gloria Lynne's version, which is quite stunning. Ken Slavin's is quite exquisite. Thank you. I'd imagine Mr. Oscar Hammerstein, who wrote the lyrics, and Mr. Ben Oakland, who wrote the melody, would agree.
tommytwilight62 1 year ago
@tommytwilight62 Dear Tommy: I can't thank you enough for the very kind comment on my version of this song! WOW! Thanks a million! I hope you'll subscribe to my channel and share with your friends! Thanks again. Sincerely, Ken.
SanAntonioCrooner 1 year ago
Nice voice. It reminds me of Matt Monroe.
deb6sbcglobal 1 year ago
@deb6sbcglobal Thank you! Matt is one of my favorite singers! Sincerely, Ken
SanAntonioCrooner 1 year ago
WOW! So smooth and velvety....many thanks to Greg for sharing this with me!
Just had to sub!
judymybaby 1 year ago
@judymybaby Thank you very much for your kind comment! Best, Ken
SanAntonioCrooner 1 year ago
I`m so glad I discovered Ken, he struck me immediately as a stand out talent. I loved his voice and frasing from the first moment I heard it.
smoothvelvetsinger 1 year ago
@smoothvelvetsinger What a lovely compliment! Thank you so much!!!! - Ken
SanAntonioCrooner 1 year ago
@smoothvelvetsinger What a lovely compliment! Thank you so much!!!! - Ken P.S. I love your voice, too, and I look forward to hearing more!!!!
SanAntonioCrooner 1 year ago
a little nat king cole is in there i think. very very nice.
-singingkidfan
swampzoid 2 years ago
@swampzoid Well, thank you! Cole is one of my favorite singers of all time - so that is a very generous compliment, in my book! Thanks again for listening! Best, Ken
SanAntonioCrooner 2 years ago
@franksinatra34 Thanks! I appreciate that very much!! -- Ken
SanAntonioCrooner 2 years ago
Hi...great video!!!
Greg sent me the video (singingkid)
Your Pal
Jack
TheSwingSinger 2 years ago
@TheSwingSinger Hi, Jack! I so appreciate your kind words! And I thank Greg for helping me by sharing this track and my channel. I hope you'll consider subscribing. And I'm going to check out your channel right now!!! Best, Ken
SanAntonioCrooner 2 years ago
Fine musical offering, Ken, as referred to us by The Singing Kid. Above the realm of much of YouTube's musical offerings (not to necessarily besmirch other YT musicians...I among them... but your contributions do stand out). Very nice in the world of listening pleasure. Five plus deserving stars. Amicably, Kristi and John
Blinkymyt 2 years ago
@Blinkymyt Dear Kristi and John: What a lovely message and thank you so much! Greg and I have been friends here on YT for a couple of years and I have thoroughly enjoyed his videos. I am so happy that he shared my channel with you and his other friends! I have been overwhelmed with the kind comments from so many of them! I hope you'll subscribe and I will add you to my friends. Thank you very much!!!! - Ken
SanAntonioCrooner 2 years ago
What a pleasure to listen to such a beautiful song and the singing is beyond words....WOW is all I can think of to say since I'm now speechless. No doubt you sing professionally dear. No one with a voice like yours could just be doing this for fun, like most of us here..:) Thank you singingkid for sharing this with me..
Smiles and Hugs from Ga...Joyce :):)
blujeanswm03 2 years ago
@blujeanswm03 Hello, Joyce! Thank you very, very much for your very kind comments! Yes, I am a professional singer. I have been performing here in Texas for 20 years. (Later this year I will give a 20th anniversary concert.) I am still not on a record label and I still pursue my gigs on evenings and weekends - and have my own PR business by day. I'm hopeful, though! This song has had good radio play here and there - but not enough to sing full time! Thanks again! -- Ken
SanAntonioCrooner 2 years ago
What an absolutely stunning voice!
firsttenor76 2 years ago
@firsttenor76 You are very kind! Thank you!!! Please consider subscribing! -- Ken
SanAntonioCrooner 2 years ago
Wow, what great singing, Ken! SingingKid referred me over, and I'm blown away!
bordonthestreet 2 years ago
@bordonthestreet Hi there! And thank you! I'm so grateful to Greg for helping me share this song and my channel. I hope you will subscribe. Best, Ken
SanAntonioCrooner 2 years ago
Wonderful singing performance,on this Classic..5 *****..Marc Jones..Los Angeles,U.S.A.(Vocalist-pop/jazz)
glennmach 2 years ago
@glennmach Hi, Marc! Thank you so much. I will check out your channel, too. This is the title song from my latest CD - it was such a joy to work on it. My producer wrote some incredible arrangements, including this one, which features San Antonio Symphony violinists. It was by far the biggest CD production I've ever done! Thanks again for the kind words! Best, Ken
SanAntonioCrooner 2 years ago
Wonderful singing - I love singing this type of song, and I also love hearing quality recordings like this by other singers..... this is a class performance in every way. Five stars!
michaelsacoma 2 years ago
@michaelsacoma You are so nice - thank you very, very much!
SanAntonioCrooner 2 years ago
Just as Greg is, you too have indeed God-given talent. Wonderful voice and remarkable, mellow song- so soothing and relaxing. Thanks so much for sharing.
felixbautista 2 years ago
@felixbautista That's so nice of you! Thanks a million for listening! I'm so happy that Greg shared the channel with you! Best, Ken
SanAntonioCrooner 2 years ago
Really lovely Kevin! 5*****'s
richardcurrier 2 years ago
@richardcurrier Thank you! And thank you for "tuning in."
SanAntonioCrooner 2 years ago
Wow what a wonderful voice!!!! You are a veru talented as says Greg. thank for share my Greg and compliememnts for your art my dear Ken!!!
MrAznavour65 2 years ago
@MrAznavour65 I appreciate your comment so much! I'm very happy that Greg shared my music with you. He is such a great guy and so talented. I have enjoyed his songs and beautiful voice for a long time. Thanks a million!
SanAntonioCrooner 2 years ago
Greg sent me to visit you and you are quite the vocalist indeed. I really enjoyed this jazzy old tune and your rich vocals.
Very good! How can 5 stars be enough for such a performance?
elvidinck 2 years ago
@elvidinck I can't thank you enough for your really nice comment! THANK YOU!
SanAntonioCrooner 2 years ago
Two words here >>>
OH BABY.
I hit the orange button on your fifth note (I swear) ...
Thank you so much to Greg for this marvelous share!
Bflatblues55 2 years ago
@Bflatblues55 Wow! Thank you so very much! I really appreciate your kind words! I hope you'll subscribe.
SanAntonioCrooner 2 years ago
gorgeous singing, thankyou for share Greg [singingkid].........val .
tootsieblues 2 years ago
@tootsieblues Thank you very much for listening. I'm grateful to Greg for sharing this with his friends. This song is the title tune to my latest CD. I've posted additional tracks from it, along with other recordings from the past.
SanAntonioCrooner 2 years ago
Excellent!...Wonderful phrasing,I've always loved this song too.
chunkylumps 2 years ago
@chunkylumps Thanks a million! It is a pretty song, isn't it?
SanAntonioCrooner 2 years ago
Big thanks to Greg (singingkid) for directing me here.....First line of this song I was hooked! Great voice you have there Ken.....I`m subbing and adding as a friend....This channel is right up my street! -Kenny
totethatgun 2 years ago
kenny...how about his recording sound quality eh???? Makes me want to toss out my stuff too! ha ha This guy is great!
Should I retire now????
elvidinck 2 years ago
@elvidinck Thanks for your very nice comments! I was fortunate to record my latest CD at the top studio in San Antonio and to have a wonderful engineer and producer who worked hard to achieve good sound. My producer also wrote the arrangements for the album. The violinists are from the San Antonio Symphony. I sent the master to New York for final mastering at the studio where lots of top jazz artists sent their stuff, including Norah Jones. So the sound turned out to be excellent.
SanAntonioCrooner 2 years ago
@totethatgun Hi, Kenny! Thank you so much! I am so happy that Greg shared my channel with his friends. And I am delighted that you will subscribe and be a new friend here!
SanAntonioCrooner 2 years ago
Great as always Ken! Lovely strings! I'd like to know more about the string arrangement and how you recorded this! I always liked Eydie Gorme's recording of this tune. Was this originally a waltz? I seem to remember hearing someone doing it in 3/4...
waltandrus 2 years ago
@waltandrus The string arrangement was written by Barry Brake, the man who served as producer on the latest CD. He hired two San Antonio symphony violinists, then had them play in twos seven times (overdubbing) to create the sound of a 14-piece string section. It was brilliant. This was the first time I ever sang with strings - and I did it on one take. I felt like Nat King Cole - loved every minute. If you need more technical information, I can put you in touch with Barry.
SanAntonioCrooner 2 years ago
@waltandrus Walt: I forgot to tell you that I do think this was originally a waltz. I recorded it in both jazz waltz and 4/4 versions on my latest CD. And I also LOVE Eydie Gorme's version! I have that album and it is excellent. Thanks again, Ken
SanAntonioCrooner 2 years ago
Most BEAUTIFUL!!
chezfun 2 years ago
@chezfun Thank you so much!!! -- Ken
SanAntonioCrooner 2 years ago
5* Kevin! You're always great!
68shamoa 2 years ago
@68shamoa Thanks a million! You are always so kind! -- Ken
SanAntonioCrooner 2 years ago
Lovely as always!!!
cricrisan 2 years ago
@cricrisan Thanks so much! I'm glad to get this song back up on You Tube......I appreciate your kind words and your support. Best, Ken
SanAntonioCrooner 2 years ago
words have always failed me when I think of this gentleman...Ken is like a fine instrument...a God given talent...in a man with a heart as big as all of Texas!
God Bless,
Wayne
LaVerne37 2 years ago
@LaVerne37 God bless you, Wayne. And thank you!!! Ken
SanAntonioCrooner 2 years ago
Amazing! Too bad I can't give you more than 5 stars because you deserve more! Have a great new year!
Texanguy47 2 years ago
@Texanguy47 Thank you for such a wonderful comment! All best, Ken
SanAntonioCrooner 2 years ago
Hello, Ken.
Congratulations for your new song.
Your voice is awesome.
Hugs from Brazil.
Giballín G.
gbllnglbrt 2 years ago
Simply Slavin! Smooth...ty, Ken! 5*
FASHIONCONSPIRACY 2 years ago
I live in Austin. I still have not found out where Ken is performing. I need to go see him someday.
------Ellen
Shabannie 2 years ago
@Shabannie Hello, Ellen: How nice of you! I am currently singing at III Forks at 111 Lavaca, every Saturday night this month and again on Sunday, February 14 (Valentine's Day). I expect to be doing many more Saturday appearances there, too. I hope you will come by soon and introduce yourself! All best, Ken
SanAntonioCrooner 2 years ago
Thank you for the information!
--------Ellen
Shabannie 2 years ago
@FASHIONCONSPIRACY As always, thanks to you and Kate!!! Big hugs, Ken
SanAntonioCrooner 2 years ago
Why can't I sing like that?!!! :(
Toracube 2 years ago
@Toracube That's nice of you! Thanks! Hope you're doing great.
SanAntonioCrooner 2 years ago
Big Wow! on this one. Just loved it Ken. Hope you are well and warm. About 30" of snow so far in NW Missouri. Wonderfully sung!!!
PrisonerBob 2 years ago
@PrisonerBob Hi, Bob! Gosh, sorry for that awful weather. Believe it or not, we've had quite a cold snap here, too - three nights in a row of temps in the 20s. That is very unusual for South Texas. But it doesn't compare to what you are experiencing up there! Stay warm and thanks, as always, for listening!
SanAntonioCrooner 2 years ago
Lovely interpretation of the Hammerstein/Oakland classic!
hrpman 2 years ago
@hrpman Thank you so much! I'm glad you like it! Recording this album was a huge undertaking for me. And this particular track just seemed to "click" on all levels. I sang it in one take!!! And what a band/orchestra! I appreciate your kind words. Thanks again!
SanAntonioCrooner 2 years ago
If you ever tour Britain, you must really let me know - there's so much enthusiasm here for this kind of music - I'd love to come to one of your concerts (and meet you personally!)
hrpman 2 years ago
@hrpman I would LOVE to tour your country someday! So far, I haven't been on ANY tours - just shows in Texas and some guest "sit-ins" in New York. I'm far from going on the road, but 2010 is my 20th anniversary in the music business, so maybe it will be my lucky year! Thanks again! - Ken
SanAntonioCrooner 2 years ago