Concerto for Cootie
Concerto for Cootie
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Our Take
Our Take
COOTIE WILLIAMS Concerto For Cootie: Selected Recordings 1928-62
Ladies and gentlemen, strap on your seatbelts and get ready for a musical rollercoaster like no other! Cootie Williams is here to take you on a journey through his vast and impressive catalog of recordings, spanning over three decades of pure musical genius.
From the smooth, velvety tones of his trumpet to the energetic, toe-tapping beats of his big band arrangements, Williams consistently delivers the goods with style and flair. This album is a true testament to his unparalleled talent and dedication to his craft.
Listening to tracks like "Concerto for Cootie" and "Echoes of Harlem," it's impossible not to be swept away by the sheer beauty and sophistication of Williams' music. Each note is played with precision and finesse, showcasing his mastery of the trumpet and his ability to captivate audiences with his soulful melodies.
But it's not all smooth sailing with Cootie Williams – oh no! Tracks like "Rinky Dink" and "Round Midnight" showcase his playful side, with quirky rhythms and unexpected twists and turns that keep listeners on their toes.
In conclusion, Concerto For Cootie is a must-have for any music lover looking to expand their horizons and delve into the world of one of the greatest trumpeters of all time. Cootie Williams may have left us many years ago, but his music lives on in this timeless collection of recordings – and we are all the better for it. Verdict: 8.5/10.
Track Listing
Track Listing
1. Mournful Tho'ts
2. Chicago Blues
3. Paducah
4. Hot Feet
5. Jazz Convulsions
6. Oklahoma Stomp
7. Ring Dem Bells
8. Rockin' in Rhythm
9. Echoes of the Jungle
10. It's Glory
11. Bugle Call Rag
12. Solitude
13. Frolic Sam
14. Caravan
15. The New East St. Louis Toodle-o
16. Digga Digga Do
17. Blue Reverie
18. Tiger Rag
19. Alabamy Home
20. Carelessly
21. Stompology
22. Peckin'
23. Harmony in Harlem
24. Echoes of Harlem
Disc: 2
1. Chasin' Chippies
2. Delta Mood
3. The Boys from Harlem
4. Mobile Blues
5. Boudoir Benny
6. Ain't the Gravy Good
7. Savoy Strut
8. Night Song
9. Black Beauty
10. Black Butterfly
11. Tootin' Through the Roof
12. Concerto for Cootie
13. Harlem Air-shaft
14. Rumpus in Richmond
15. In a Mellotone
16. Wholly Cats
17. Benny Rides Again
18. Superman
19. Let the Door Knob Hitcha
20. Good Enough to Keep (Air Mail Special)
21. Fiesta in Blue
22. West End Blues
23. Ain't Misbehavin'
24. G-man
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Disc: 3
1. Fly Right (Epistrophy)
2. Mop Mop
3. Honeysuckle Rose
4. Now I Know
5. Tess's Torch Song (I Had a Man)
6. Red Blues
7. Roll 'Em
8. You Talk a Little Trash
9. Air Mail Special
10. Round Midnight
11. Floogie Boo
12. Juice Head Baby
13. House of Joy
14. Mood for Coot
15. Echoes of Harlem
16. He Should'a Flip'd When He Flop'd
17. Wrong Neighborhood
18. Ain't Got No Blues Today
19. I Can't Get Started
20. Save the Bones for Henry Jones
21. Typhoon
22. Resolution Blues
23. Let 'Em Roll
24. Divorce Me C.O.D. Blues
Disc: 4
1. Lean, Baby
2. Rinky Dink
3. Alphonse and Gaston
4. I Got a Right to Sing the Blues
5. You've Been a Good Old Wagon
6. Caravan
7. Nevertheless I'm in Love With You
8. New Concerto for Cootie
9. Cootie's Blues (Cootie's Big Time Blues)
10. Bess, You Is My Woman Now
11. Night Train
12. Lover
13. Around Midnight
14. It Don't Mean a Thing If It Ain't Got That Swing
15. Some of These Days
16. September 12th Blues
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About the artist
Cootie Williams
Cootie Williams, aka "The Mercury Man", is a trumpet player hailing from Mobile, Alabama with a sound as smooth as butter and as hot as a summer night in the deep south. Williams made a name for himself as a key member of Duke Ellington's Orchestra in the 1940s, where he earned a reputation for his innovative solos and distinctively muted trumpet tone. With an impressive discography which includes hits such as "Concerto for Cootie" and "Echoes of Harlem", Williams has cemented himself as a jazz legend with a style that effortlessly straddles the worlds of swing and bebop. His dynamic performances have been known to leave audiences spellbound, with his rousing solos and electrifying stage presence capturing the hearts of jazz aficionados worldwide. But don't be fooled by his smooth demeanor and dapper attire - Williams is a force to be reckoned with on the trumpet, with a range and agility that can only come from years of dedication and hard work. Whether he's belting out a blistering high note or weaving through complex chord changes with ease, Williams' playing never fails to impress and inspire. So, if you're looking for a taste of classic jazz with a modern twist, look no further than Cootie Williams. With his timeless sound and unparalleled skill, Williams is sure to leave you tapping your toes and humming his tunes long after the music stops.
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