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Buddy Rich & Orchestra

Title: Arrangements of Marty Paich & Ernie Wilkins

Label: Jazz Beat

Cat No:JAZZBEAT513
Format:CD

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· This release contains the first two big band LPs by Buddy Rich, in their entirety: “This One’s for Basie” (1956) with arrangements by Marty Paich, recorded in Los Angeles; and “Richcraft” (1959) with arrangements and conducting by Ernie Wilkins, recorded in New York.

· both albums feature great stars from the East and West Coasts including : Harry "Sweets" Edison, Phil Woods, Al Cohn, Benny Golson, Pete Candoli, Frank Rosolino, Jimmy Rowles, Emmett Berry, Eddie Bert, Jimmy Cleveland, Bob Cooper, Buddy Collette, Billy Byers, Earl Warren, Joe Mondragon & many more.

· In 1951, Rich had joined the Harry James band, where he stayed until 1955 - but then joined again in ’59. In between, and during these stints he worked with his own jazz combo, appeared on TV shows as an actor and dancer (taught by his vaudeville parents, he was a fine tap dancer); appeared in movies and did regular night club work as a vocalist - as well as making these two classic albums. A man of many talents - as well as one of the greatest jazz drummers.

· 17 tracks - Total Time: 75:48 - Splendid sound quality - new and careful 20-bit remastering. Includes comprehensive booklet.

Track Listing for Arrangements of Marty Paich & Ernie Wilkins
1. Blue And Sentimental
2. Down For Double
3. Jump For Me
4. Blues For Basie
5. Jumping At The Woodside
6. Ain’t It The Truth
7. Shorty George
8. 9.20 Special
9. Indiana
10. Richcraft
11. Sweet Tooth
12. Clap Hands, Here Comes Charlie
13. Yardbird Suit
14. Cherokee
15. I Want A Little Girl
16. From The Sticks
17. Song Of The Island

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Arrangements of Marty Paich & Ernie Wilkins