Various, Louis Armstrong And The All Stars – The Second Esquire Jazz Concert

Label: Jazz Band Records – TMCD 2173/74-2

Format: CD, Compilation, Remastered

Country: Czech Republic & Slovakia

Released: 2001

Genre: Jazz

Style: New Orleans Jazz

Step into the golden age of jazz with The Second Esquire Jazz Concert!

This beautifully curated 2-CD compilation brings together the unforgettable performances from the legendary Esquire Jazz Concert held on January 17, 1945, across three iconic venues: the New Orleans Municipal Auditorium, Blue Network Studios in New York, and the Philharmonic Auditorium in Los Angeles. Featuring the talents of jazz legends like Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington, Benny Goodman, Billie Holiday, and more, this collection captures the magic of a pivotal moment in jazz history.

Highlights from the Tracklist

Disc 1: New Orleans & New York

• Louis Armstrong And The Jazz Foundation Six – Back O' Town Blues (2:58)
• The Benny Goodman Quintet – Air Mail Special (3:47)
• J.C. Higginbotham – Dear Old Southland (3:55)
• Bunk Johnson & Louis Armstrong – Basin Street Blues (1:10)

Disc 2: Los Angeles & Louis Armstrong And The All Stars

• Duke Ellington Orchestra & Billie Holiday – I Cover The Waterfront (3:12)
• Art Tatum – The Man I Love (2:46)
• Louis Armstrong And The All Stars – Way Down Yonder In New Orleans (2:31)
• Louis Armstrong And The All Stars – Do You Know What It Means To Miss New Orleans (3:52)

Key Features

• Historic Performances: Featuring the giants of jazz performing live at one of the most celebrated jazz concerts of the 1940s.
• Remastered Sound: Expertly remastered to bring out the warmth and richness of these classic performances.
• Comprehensive Collection: Includes introductions, awards presentations, and collaborations that provide a full sense of the concert's cultural impact.
• Rare Tracks: Includes iconic songs like Tiger Rag and Mood To Be Wooed, plus unique collaborations between jazz legends.

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Experience the brilliance of jazz legends with The Second Esquire Jazz Concert! Whether you’re a longtime jazz enthusiast or discovering the genre for the first time, this compilation is a must-have for any music collection.

Order now to own a piece of jazz history!