Discovering Lester Young

Great list, Scott. On Verve, look for "Pres and Teddy" (Wilson, that is). Also, Verve's Jazz Masters series (Young is #30, I believe), would be a great introduction to his post-war work.

I had a wonderful LP of Lester on Verve, where he played the most beautiful and breathy clarinet on as many tracks that he played sax. It was no compilation, but a reissue of an old original LP. Since that collection (nearly 2,000 records) was stolen about 18 years ago, I have never been able to track down the title so that I could get another. That and a much loved chamber music LP by Camerata Bern were the two favourites from that collection that I have failed to replace despite very many hours of hunting. Does anyone have any ideas?

Redkiwi: Try "Laughin' to Keep from Cryin'," a very late Lester Young recording on Verve.

Than you very much to all of you guys for responding. B1cube, yes I'm into CD's. Bomarc, I'll try to find that Verve #30 CD this weekend. Redkiwi, thank you, I guess I really have to get into vinyl one of these days. Lastly, "Prof. SdCampbell", as usual, your recommendations I considered as treasures. I always copy your response to threads about jazz and compile them. Your "Best" list for 2001 and 2002 were superb. I too am a long time jazz fan and really learning a lot from you. I started listening to jazz vinyls from my uncle's collection since I was 10 years old (I'm 35 now) trying to read and understand each liner notes from the album. I thought I'm well versed in jazz topics but after discovering your insights regarding jazz, its evolution, history and progress, I'm not worthy!!! Till next.

Many thanks Bomarc. That title rings a bell - I may be onto it at last.