Sinatra was also among the first of the "saloon singers" to embrace mic technique as an element of style, as opposed to having to belt it out in halls every night. Bing, too, obviously. Their voices sound beautiful soft, and audiences of the time weren't used to getting that live. What a revelation it must have been when this style started showing up on records. Like having your favorite singer whispering in your ear!
And lest we forget: Nelson Riddle and his orchestra.
Dave, dig this (I hope the link works):
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/AS...027588-9260742