A small-scale session that brings together the best of Kansas City jazz
A masterpiece that captures the essence of swing jazz.
The small ensemble allows for a high degree of freedom in the performance, allowing each member to fully enjoy their solos. Basie's piano, as always, delivers effective phrases with precise timing, bringing the whole album together. The swinging rhythm section is also superb, encapsulating the charm of the Kansas City style.
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9 TRACKS:
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1)
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Oh, Lady Be Good
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2)
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Secrets
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3)
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I Want A Little Girl
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4)
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Shoe Shine Boy
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5)
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Count's Place
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6)
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Senator Whitehead
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7)
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Tally-Ho, Mr. Basie!
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8)
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What 'cha Talkin'?
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9)
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Trey Of Hearts
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Flute, Alto Flute - Frank Wess (2, 6, 8, 9)
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Written-By - Frank Wess (2, 6)
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Piano, Organ - Count Basie
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Written-By - Count Basie (5, 7)
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Engineer [Recording] - Rudy Van Gelder
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Producer - Bob Thiele
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Clarinet, Tenor Saxophone - Frank Foster (1, 3, 5, 7)
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Trumpet - Thad Jones
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Written-By - Thad Jones (8, 9)
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Tenor Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute - Eric Dixon
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Bass - Eddie Jones
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Drums - Sonny Payne
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Photography By - Chuck Stewart
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Liner Notes - Stanley Dance
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Photography By - Pete Turner (4)
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Photography By - Bob Ghiraldini
