Class Of '54

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  • A1: In Case You Didn't Know (5:37)
  • A2: These Foolish Things (3:33)
  • A3: Peter Pan (3:58)
  • A4: Ain't It The Truth (3:47)
  • A5: Confessin' (3:27)
  • A6: Ingin' The Ooh (5:23)
  • B1: One O'Clock Jump (Intro) (0:49)
  • B2: You For Me (3:19)
  • B3: Bubbles (4:03)
  • B4: You're Not The Kind (3:06)
  • B5: Jonesy (3:08)
  • B6: Two For The Blues (2:43)
  • B7: Bleep Blop Blues (2:35)
  • B8 : Yesterdays
  • B9: Perdido (3:20)

This record features Count Basie's "Class of '54," showcasing two distinct recordings. The first side includes tracks A1 to A6, performed by a nonet from the Basie band, recorded in Boston, Massachusetts, on September 7, 1954, under the direction of George Wein. The second side presents a complete big band performance, with tracks B1 to B9 recorded at the American Legion Park in Ephrata, Pennsylvania, on September 2, 1954. For further details regarding the packaging and inserts, please refer to the accompanying photos.

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Label/Cat No: Black Lion Records BLP 60924
Format: LP Album Compilation
Record Year of Release: 1989
Artist(s): Count Basie
Release Country: UK & Europe
Genre: Jazz
Style: Big Band, Swing

Description

Discover the timeless jazz of Count Basie's "Class of '54," a remarkable vinyl release from 1989 that captures two unique performances. The first side features a nonet from the Basie band, recorded in Boston, while the second side showcases a full big band performance from Ephrata, Pennsylvania. With classic tracks like "One O'Clock Jump" and "Ain't It The Truth," this album is a must-have for any jazz enthusiast. Enjoy the rich sounds of big band and swing in this exceptional collection.

Media Condition: Very Good (VG)

Many of the defects found in a VG+ record will be more pronounced in a VG disc. Scuffs and scratches will be more visible and possibly deeper.

Sleeve Condition: Excellent (EX)

Cover shows slight signs of use by a previous owner, such as minor scuffs/scratches, and/or creases. In general, if not for a couple of minor things wrong with it, this would be Near Mint.

All records come with an outer sleeve and are additionally protected by an anti-static inner sleeve. For more information on our grading system, please see our grading system here.

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  • A1: In Case You Didn't Know (5:37)
  • A2: These Foolish Things (3:33)
  • A3: Peter Pan (3:58)
  • A4: Ain't It The Truth (3:47)
  • A5: Confessin' (3:27)
  • A6: Ingin' The Ooh (5:23)
  • B1: One O'Clock Jump (Intro) (0:49)
  • B2: You For Me (3:19)
  • B3: Bubbles (4:03)
  • B4: You're Not The Kind (3:06)
  • B5: Jonesy (3:08)
  • B6: Two For The Blues (2:43)
  • B7: Bleep Blop Blues (2:35)
  • B8 : Yesterdays
  • B9: Perdido (3:20)

This record features Count Basie's "Class of '54," showcasing two distinct recordings. The first side includes tracks A1 to A6, performed by a nonet from the Basie band, recorded in Boston, Massachusetts, on September 7, 1954, under the direction of George Wein. The second side presents a complete big band performance, with tracks B1 to B9 recorded at the American Legion Park in Ephrata, Pennsylvania, on September 2, 1954. For further details regarding the packaging and inserts, please refer to the accompanying photos.