Trust me on this one...

According to the heart-shaped Reese's that I ate yesterday, Valentine's Day is just around the corner. I'm no hater. Any holiday that encourages good food, romantic music and alone time with that special someone gets a pass in my book. This year I've decided to contribute to the common good, and though fine food and special someone's aren't my strong points, I do know a thing or two about romantic music. Here's the list (iTunes links provided for your previewing pleasure, where available):

• "My Lament" by the Maria Schneider Orchestra


• "When I Fall in Love" performed by the Miles Davis Quintet
  
  


• "Moody's Mood For Love" sung by Eddie Jefferson
  
  


• "It Never Entered My Mind" performed by the Miles Davis Quintet
  
  


• "In a Sentimental Mood" performed by John Coltrane and Duke Ellington
  
  


• "You Are Too Beautiful" perf. by John Coltrane and Johnny Hartman
  
  


• "Someone to Watch Over Me" perf. by Ben Webster
  
  


• "My Funny Valentine" perf. live by Sarah Vaughan
  
  


• "Blue In Green" perf. by the Miles Davis Sextet
  
  


• "I'm Old Fashioned" perf. by John Coltrane
  
  


• "When I Fall In Love" from the soundtrack of Good Night, and Good Luck
  
  


• "When I Look in Your Eyes" perf. by Diana Krall
  
  


• "My Foolish Heart" perf. by the Bill Evans Trio
  
  


• "A Child Is Born" by Thad Jones
  
  


• "Li'l Darlin'" perf. by The Count Basie Orchestra
  
  

The genre should come as no surprise, as I do consider Jazz to be the most romantic of the musics. But whether you agree with me or not on that point, hopefully you will agree that whether paired with a romantic meal at home or a bit of after-dinner canoodling, this set should fit the bill perfectly.