Description

Bix Beiderbecke: The Ultimate Collection - Featuring: Jazz Me Blues, Sing' The Blues, Riverboat Shuffle, Royal Garden Blues, Clarinet Marmalade / Prism Leisure Audio CD 2002 / PLATCD 480

UPC 5014293648028

Label: Prism Leisure – PLATCD 480
Series: The Jazz Masters Series
Format: CD, Compilation
Country: UK
Released: 2002
Genre: Jazz
Style: Big Band

Product Features

Iconic Jazz Collection: This compilation features the best of Bix Beiderbecke, a legend in jazz history, known for his innovative cornet style and contributions to the Big Band era.
Part of The Jazz Masters Series: Released by Prism Leisure, this CD is part of a series dedicated to preserving the legacy of jazz greats.
Comprehensive Selection: Includes 25 tracks, showcasing Beiderbecke’s collaborations with notable orchestras and his own band.
Remastered Tracks: High-quality remastering ensures that each track is presented with the best possible audio fidelity.

Overview

"Bix Beiderbecke: The Ultimate Collection" is a must-have for jazz enthusiasts and collectors alike. This compilation brings together the finest recordings of Beiderbecke’s career, highlighting his unique cornet playing and the soulful depth he brought to the jazz genre. From the lively rhythms of "Jazz Me Blues" to the melancholy "Singin' The Blues," this album captures the essence of the Big Band era, transporting listeners back to a time when jazz was the heartbeat of American music. Released in 2002 by Prism Leisure as part of their "The Jazz Masters Series," this collection is both a tribute to and a preservation of Beiderbecke's musical genius.

Interesting Facts

Bix Beiderbecke's Influence: Beiderbecke is often cited as one of the most influential jazz musicians of the 1920s. His style was ahead of its time, inspiring future generations of jazz artists.
"In A Mist": This track is one of the few piano compositions written and performed by Beiderbecke, showcasing his versatility as a musician.
Collaborations with Frankie Trumbauer: Many tracks on this compilation feature Beiderbecke alongside Frankie Trumbauer, whose C-melody saxophone complemented Beiderbecke’s cornet perfectly, creating some of the era’s most memorable jazz recordings.
Paul Whiteman Orchestra: Beiderbecke’s time with Paul Whiteman, one of the most popular bandleaders of the 1920s, is highlighted in several tracks, including "Lonely Melody" and "Dardanella."

Track Listing

Bix Beiderbecke And His Gang – Jazz Me Blues
Bix Beiderbecke With Frankie Trumbauer And His Orchestra – I'm Comin' Virginia
Bix Beiderbecke With Frankie Trumbauer And His Orchestra – Singin' The Blues
Bix Beiderbecke With Frankie Trumbauer And His Orchestra – Riverboat Shuffle
Bix Beiderbecke With Frankie Trumbauer And His Orchestra – Ostrich Walk
Bix Beiderbecke And His Gang – Since My Best Gal Turned Me Down
Bix Beiderbecke With Frankie Trumbauer And His Orchestra – Cryin' All Day
Bix Beiderbecke And His Gang – Louisiana
Bix Beiderbecke And His Gang – Royal Garden Blues
Bix Beiderbecke And His Gang – At The Jazz Band Ball
Bix Beiderbecke With Frankie Trumbauer And His Orchestra – Clarinet Marmalade
Paul Whiteman And His Orchestra – Lonely Melody
Paul Whiteman And His Orchestra – Dardanella
Bix Beiderbecke And His Gang – Sorry
Bix Beiderbecke And His Gang – Goose Pimples
Bix Beiderbecke With Frankie Trumbauer And His Orchestra – Baltimore
Bix Beiderbecke With Frankie Trumbauer And His Orchestra – Humpty Dumpty
Bix Beiderbecke With Frankie Trumbauer And His Orchestra – Way Down Yonder In New Orleans
Bix Beiderbecke And His Gang – Thou Swell
Bix Beiderbecke With Frankie Trumbauer And His Orchestra – Krazy Kat
Bix Beiderbecke With Frankie Trumbauer And His Orchestra – A Good Man Is Hard To Find
Bix Beiderbecke And His Gang – Somebody Stole My Girl
Bix Beiderbecke With Frankie Trumbauer And His Orchestra – Three Blind Mice
Paul Whiteman And His Orchestra – San
Bix Beiderbecke – In A Mist