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22.9.23

STÉPHANE GRAPPELLY – 1941-1943 | The Classics Chronological Series – 779 (1994) FLAC (tracks), lossless

This Classics CD reissues some very rare recordings made by violinist Stephane Grappelli: all of his performances as a leader during a difficult three-year period. The violinist had decided to stay in England during World War II (when Django Reinhardt returned to France) and soon had a new group featuring the young pianist George Shearing. This CD has seven sessions with quartets and quintets along with one featuring a larger group that includes other strings and a harp. Although there are vocals on eight of the numbers (by Beryl Davis and Dave Fullerton), the swinging performances and the rarity of the recordings easily compensate. Scott Yanow        Tracklist :

NELLIE McKAY — Sister Orchid (2018) FLAC (tracks+.cue), lossless

  Given her jazz-influenced sound and knack for thoughtfully chosen cover songs, it's surprising that Nellie McKay had never released a ...