This single CD reissues ten of the dozen songs originally on a double LP of the same name. Trombonist
Vic Dickenson did not get to lead that many sessions, and he is generous in allocating solo space on these mainstream sessions. Trumpeters
Ruby Braff and/or Shad Collins along with the distinctive clarinetist
Edmond Hall and pianist
Sir Charles Thompson (who often sounds here like
Count Basie) are well featured, and the music is enjoyable; highlights include "Russian Lullaby," a 12-minute rendition of "Jeepers Creepers," "Old Fashioned Love," and "Everybody Loves My Baby." ~ Scott Yanow