Jazz / Vocal Jazz; Dixieland; Classic Jazz; New Orleans Jazz; Traditional Pop
Recorded: Aug 15, 1956-Oct 14, 1957
When it came to jazz singing, Satchmo wrote the book. He eventually became even more widely known for his melodic, sandy voice than for his trumpet style. Here he is featured singing and playing in small groups and fronting Russell Garcia's orchestra. Guest musicians include Ray Brown, Herb Ellis, Ella Fitzgerald, and Oscar Peterson, and in the final, rousing selection, his famous all-stars.
Louis Armstrong - Vocal, Trumpet
Oscar Peterson - (1-2, 4-5, 7, 11, 14, 15) Piano
Ray Brown - (1-2, 4-5, 7, 11, 14, 15) Guitar
Louie Bellson - (1-2, 4-5, 7, 11, 14, 15) Drums
Herb Ellis - (1-2, 4-5, 7, 11, 14, 15) Guitar
Billy Kyle - (15) Piano
Dale Jones - (15) Bass
Barrett Deems - Drums |
