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Lester Young - Lester Young Memorial Album (2 LP)

Lester Young

LP
2 piece(s)
1971
29 tracks
1 uur, 24 min
jazz

Lester Young Memorial Album

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Product description

Lester Young's 'Lester Young Memorial Album' is a captivating collection of jazz classics, showcasing the legendary saxophonist's unique style and flair. Released on 5 March 1971 via Epic, this album spans 1 hour and 24 minutes, taking you on a journey through the diverse world of cool jazz and bebop.

With a tracklist that boasts an impressive array of 78rpm versions, live recordings, and alternate takes, this album is a treasure trove for fans of Lester Young. From the upbeat 'Shoe Shine Boy' and 'Boogie Woogie' to the soulful 'Lady, Be Good' and 'Exactly Like You', each track demonstrates Young's mastery of his craft. The inclusion of notable pieces such as 'Lester Leaps In', 'Dickie's Dream', and 'Clap Hands! Here Comes Charlie' further solidifies the album's status as a must-listen for jazz enthusiasts.

Throughout the album, Lester Young's distinctive sound is complemented by a range of collaborations and solo performances, including the notable 'Lester Leaps In' featuring the man himself. The 'Lester Young Memorial Album' is a testament to the enduring legacy of this jazz icon, and its eclectic mix of genres and styles ensures that it remains a compelling listen to this day.

Tracks

Shoe Shine Boy (78rpm Version)Jones-Smith, Incorporated
2:59
Evenin' - 78rpm VersionCount Basie
2:55
Boogie Woogie (78rpm Version)Jones-Smith, Incorporated
3:15
Lady, Be GoodLester Young, Count Basie
3:09
Dickie's DreamLester Young, Count Basie
3:09
Lester Leaps In (feat. Lester Young)Count Basie's Kansas City Seven, Lester Young
3:14
Lester Leaps In - Alternate TakeCount Basie's Kansas City Seven
3:13
China Boy - LiveBenny Goodman
2:51
Exactly Like You - 78rpm VersionGlenn Hardman And His Hammond Five
2:43
On The Sunny Side Of The StreetLester Young
2:56
Upright Organ Blues - 78rpm VersionGlenn Hardman And His Hammond Five
3:00
Who? - 78rpm VersionGlenn Hardman And His Hammond Five
2:37
Jazz Me Blues - 78rpm VersionGlenn Hardman And His Hammond Five
2:47
Taxi War Dance (78rpm Version)Count Basie
2:51
12th Street Rag (feat. Lester Young)Count Basie, Lester Young
3:06
Pound Cake - 78rpm VersionCount Basie
2:44
Song of the Islands (Na Lei O Hawaii) - 78rpm VersionCount Basie
3:05
Clap Hands! Here Comes CharlieCount Basie
2:29
The Apple JumpLester Young
3:00
Riff Interlude - Alternate Take #2Count Basie
3:04
Ham 'n' Eggs - 78rpm VersionCount Basie
2:34
Hollywood Jump - 78rpm VersionCount Basie
2:37
I Never KnewLester Young, Count Basie
2:42
Tickle ToeCount Basie
2:40
Louisiana - 78rpm VersionCount Basie
2:28
Easy Does ItCount Basie
3:28
Let Me SeeLester Young, Count Basie
2:50
Blow TopLester Young, Count Basie
2:55
Broadway - Alternate TakeCount Basie
3:01

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Product specifications

Details

Album: Lester Young Memorial Album
Artist: Lester Young
Album release date: March 5, 1971
Label: Epic
EAN: 5099750165324
Available: No

Product information

Format: LP
Quantity: 2 piece(s)
Mono or stereo: Stereo
Duration: 1 uur, 24 min
Tracks: 29 tracks

EAN

EAN: 5099750165324

Other

Limited Edition: No
Country: Japan
Genre: Jazz
Box set: No
Remastered: No
Reissue: No

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