In 1st work, Sidney Bechet, saxophone ; symphony orchestra conducted by Jacques Bazire. In 2nd work, Claude Luter, saxophone ; orchestra conducted by Gérard Calvi. Recorded in Paris on May 18, 1953 (1st work) and in 1964 (2nd work). Compact disc.
Contents:
La nuit est une sorcière = Night is a witch / music by Sidney Bechet ; story by André Coffrant ; arranged by James Toliver -- La colline du delta Hillside on the Delta : Rhapsody-ballet for soprano sax & symphony orchestra / music by Sidney Bechet ; arranged and orchestrated by Gérard Calvi.
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