Recorded in a single session at Van Gelder Studio, this album is the only recording of John Coltrane collaborating with baritone Johnny Hartman, who was personally chosen by Coltrane for his warm voice and ability to interpret ballads.
The repertoire consists of romantic standards such as 'My One and Only Love' and 'Lush Life', with minimalist arrangements that allow Hartman's voice and Coltrane's saxophone to converse on equal terms, creating an intimate and timeless atmosphere.
Released in July 1964, the album is considered a gem of vocal jazz and one of the most sublime collaborations in history, highlighting the instant chemistry between Coltrane and Hartman, as well as the sensitivity of Coltrane's quartet (Tyner, Garrison, and Jones) as accompanists.