Claude Williams – The Fiddler (SCCD 31051)

SCCD 31051 Call For The Fiddler / Claude Williams Quintet

Claude “Fiddler” Williams (born February 22, 1908 in Oklahoma) made this recording during his tour in Europe 18 years ago. The great veteran of jazz violin is known for his strong style.

“ … a fiddler who practically raises the roof, who stomps and riffs …his music has heat and swing and boldness …” “… soul-stirring jazz …” (Melody Maker)

1. How high the moon (Lewis)
2. Moten swing (Bennie Moten)
3. Get happy (Harry Arlen/Ted Koehler)
4. All the things you are (Jerome Kern)
5. There'll never be another you (Harry Warren)
6. Things ain't what they used to be (Duke Ellington)
7. Honeysuckle rose (Fats Waller)
8. There's no greater love (Symes-Jones)
9. Tenderly (Hoagy Carmichael)
10. Billie's bounce (Charlie Parker)
11. Lester leaps in (Lester Young)

UPC/EAN: 716043105120