'The cradle of Jazz', 'The birthplace of Jazz' both these descriptions hold true for the city of New Orleans as the BBC TV series 'Jazz' proved. This specially compiled primer of rare and lesser-known Jazz Bands workings and recording in New Orleans is the perfect companion to the works of the City's greatest sons like Louis Armstrong, Sidney Bechet and many others.

Track Listing

• The Original Crescent City Jazzers - Christine
• Johnny Bayersdorffer & His Jazzola Novelty Orchestra - I Wonder Where My Easy Rider's Riding Now
• Johnny Bayersdorffer & His Jazzola Novelty Orchestra - The Waffle Man's Call
• Johnny De Droit & His New Orleans Jazz Orchestra - Eccentric
• Anthony Parenti & His Famous Meoldy Boys - Cabaret Echoes
• Papilia & His Orchestra - Crossword Mama You're Puzzling Me
• The Original New Orleans Rhythm Kings - I Never Knew What A Gall Could Do
• The Original New Orleans Rhythm Kings - Golden Leaf Strut (Milenburg Joys)
• The Original Tuxedo Jazz Orchestra - Careless Love
• The Original Tuxedo Jazz Orchestra - Black Rag
• The New Orleans Rhythm Kings - She's Crying For Me
• Joe Mannone's Harmony Kings - Cat's Head
• Sam Morgan's Jazz Band - Steppin' On The Gas
• Sam Morgan's Jazz Band - Sing On
• Toni Parenti's New Orleanians - In The Dungeon
• Monk Hazel & His Bienville Roof Orchestra - High Society
• Monk Hazel & His Bienville Roof Orchestra - Git-Wit-It
• The New Orleans Rhythm Kings - San Antonio Shout
• The New Orleans Rhythm Kings - Sensation Rag
• Henry 'Kid' Rena's Jazz Band - Lowdown Blues
• Henry 'Kid' Rena's Jazz Band - Clarinet Marmalade
• George Lewis & His New Orleans Stompers - Careless Love Blues
• Buck Johnson & His New Orleans Band - Snag It
• Buck Johnson & His New Orleans Band - When The Saints Go Marching In
• The Original Zenith Brass Band - If I Ever Cease To Love

Additional Details

Label: Acrobat

Genre: Jazz

Release Date: 11/08/11

UPC: 824046513528