Billboard magazine called it an “unusual album”, in that Sims “applied his improvisational skill to a number of real oldies”. The magazine reviewed the singles [More]
“Swing That Music” (Louis Armstrong / Horace Gerlach) Personnel: Bobby Hackett – cornet Urbie Green – trombone Bob Wilber – clarinet Dave McKenna – piano [More]
Ruby Braff and Dave McKennas two initial sessions together were as sidemen for other musicians – including a 1955 date with the Benny Goodman Septet. [More]
“The sophisticated guitar soloist Ed Bickert can be overly relaxed when playing with a trio, so it is a joy to hear him matched up [More]
“Autumn Leaves” (Joseph Kosma). Carl Fontana plays “Autumn Leaves” at the Times (Studio City, CA) July 15, 1975 Personnel: Carl Fontana – trombone Dave McKenna [More]
“A nice date that spotlights Hamilton’s flexibility. Various units and teams are paired. Jimmy Rowles (p) is the highlight.” – Ron Wynn/Allmusic Track listing: A1 [More]
Bob Wilber (born 15 March 1928) is an American jazz clarinetist, saxophonist, and bandleader. Although his scope covers a wide range of jazz, Wilber has been [More]
Carl Fontana Quartet plays “Easy To Love” from At The Times (Studio City 7-15-75) Personnel: Carl Fontana – trombone Dave McKenna – piano Herb Mickman [More]
Creole Cookin’, is an album by cornetist Bobby Hackett which was released on the Verve label in 1967. Track listing: 1. High Society (00:00) 2. [More]