Compact discs. Program notes, by Ashley Kahn, Quincy Jones, Pete Townsend, and others in container insert (49, [7] p.) Wes Montgomery, guitar; Alonzo "Pookie" Johnson, tenor sax; Gene Morris, tenor sax; Jack Coker, piano; Richie Crabtree, piano; Douglas Duke, piano; Buddy Montgomery, piano, vibes; Melvin Rhyne, piano; John Dale, bass; Roy Johnson, bass; Monk Montgomery, bass; Flip Stewart, bass; Sonny Johnson, drums; Paul Parker, drums; Earl "Fox" Walker, drums; Debbie Andrews, vocals; Sonny Parker, vocals. Recorded 1949-1958.
Contents:
(7:00) -- Ralph's new blues (4:59) -- Fascinating rhythm (4:23) -- Brazil (4:13) -- What is there to say? (5:45) -- Four (5:28) -- Wes' tune (6:06) -- My heart stood still (5:58) -- How high is the moon? (5:13) -- Django (5:53) -- Going down to Big Mary's (3:26) -- I should care (3:25) -- Caravan (4:51) -- Six bridges to cross (2:53) -- Ralph's new blues (7:00) -- (2:54). Smooth evening (11:58) -- Robbins' nest (12:30) -- A night in Tunisia (5:17) -- Love for sale 3:53) -- Leila (2:56) -- Blues (3:18) -- Undecided (3:07) -- Far Wes (3:18) -- All the things you are (12:04) -- King Trotter (2:38) -- Carlena's blues (2:51) -- Smooth evening (2:54).
Summary:
Newly discovered live and studio recordings of Wes Montgomery spanning the years from 1949 to 1958.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.