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Otis Redding

Born: 1941. Died: 1967. Lived in: United States
Otis Ray Redding Jr. was an American singer, songwriter, record producer, arranger, and talent scout. He is considered one of the greatest singers in the history of American popular music and a seminal artist in soul music and rhythm and blues. Redding's style of singing gained inspiration from the gospel music that preceded the genre. His singing style influenced many other soul artists of the 1960s, such as James Carr and Freddie Jackson. (Woodstra and Elewine) During his lifetime, his recordings were produced by Stax Records, based in Memphis, Tennessee.

Otis Redding : Greatest Hits

This fantastic collection provides a retrospective of 18 classics from '60s soul superstar Otis Redding. Includes: Amen - Chained and Bound - Fa-Fa-Fa-Fa-Fa (Sad Song) - The Happy Song - Hard to Handle - I've Been Loving You Too Long - I've Got Dreams to Remember - Knock on Wood - Love Man - Mr. Pitiful - My Lover's Prayer - Pain in My Heart - Papa's Got a Brand New Bag - Respect - (Sittin' On) The Dock of the Bay - These Arms of Mine - Tramp - Try a Little Tenderness. Also features photos and a biography on this singer whose career was tragically cut short.

Songlist: I've Been Loving You Too Long, Mr. Pitiful, The Happy Song, Amen, Pain In My Heart, Chained And Bound, Fa-Fa-Fa-Fa-Fa (Sad Song), I've Got Dreams To Remember, My Lover's Prayer, These Arms Of Mine, Respect, Knock On Wood, Love Man, Papa's Got A Brand New Bag, (Sittin' On) The Dock Of The Bay, Try A Little Tenderness, Hard To Handle, Tramp

Individual Folios

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Deke Sharon : (Sittin' On) The Dock of the Bay

Arranger: Deke Sharon Performed By: Otis Redding

Gary Eckert : (Sittin' On) The Dock of the Bay

This #1 pop hit from 1968 by Otis Redding has retained its immense popularity over the decades with its soulful harmonies and reflective lyrics that speak to listeners of all ages. This arrangement is highlighted by a fresh rhythmic and harmonic approach that is immediately compelling. Available separately: SATB, SAB, TBB, ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:46.

Arranger: Gary Eckert | Composer: Steve Cropper Performed By: Otis Redding

Mac Huff : (Sittin' on) The Dock of the Bay

Here is a soulful a cappella rendition of the 1968 #1 pop hit by Otis Redding that's great for pop and jazz groups.

Arranger: Mac Huff | Composer: Steve Cropper Performed By: Otis Redding

Kirby Shaw : Knock on Wood

With a hot horn and rhythm section, this Otis Redding classic is relentlessly energetic from beginning to end. A great choreography showcase.Available separately: SATB, SAB, Instrumental ePak (C) and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:45.

Arranger: Kirby Shaw | Composers: Eddie Floyd and Steve Cropper Performed By: Otis Redding