I was lucky enough to see this 1959 Count Basie Orchestra when they visited the UK during a European tour. This TV clip is from Zurich. I have always felt that this was his finest post-war band. Can anyone name the players please?
Freddie Hubbard with Kenny Drew and NHOP at the Molde Jazz Festival in 1967. The Drummer, Alex Riel, has just identified himself, thanks Alex. 9 Oct 06.
Buddy Rich Big Band captured playing a concert in Berlin in 1980. Does anyone know the tune title? Dec 9th....Glenn Franke, trombonist with the band for 4 years has now contacted me to say that the tune is 'Groovin' Hard' Thanks Glenn.
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