Roy Eldridge Remembers Harlem

This album marks another addition to the label's Jazz Legacy Series, featuring recordings from the greats of the mid-twentieth century.

Called by Scott Yanow “one of the most exciting trumpet players to emerge during the swing era, “ Roy's recordings continue to delight listeners around the world through his inventive, bold approach and consummate musicianship.

This album, made during Roy's stay in Paris in the '50s, features a host of excellent players including Raymond Fol, Don Byas, a young Claude Bolling and more. They play mostly Eldridge originals, including many of his French-titled tunes. Listeners will also enjoy Eldridge's warm singing on Black and Blue, his duets with Bolling on Wild Man Blues and Fireworks, and two intimate Eldridge piano solos.