Music From Dixie –PETE FOUNTAIN****

Bye Bye Bill Bailey/I Wish I Could Shimmy Like My Sister Kate/High Society/(When Its)Darkness On The Delta/ Song Of The Wanderer/Dixie Jubilee/Struttin’ With Some Barbecue/Shine/Chlo-E(Song Of The Swamp)/ Milenberg Joys/When You’re Smiling/Hallelujah

On Music From Dixie jazz clarinettist Pete Fountain and his group play several jazz favourites in the Dixieland style. His LPs would make the lower reaches of the US album chart for the rest of the decade. (US:30)

“Clarinettist Pete Fountain's group expands from a quartet to a septet on this enjoyable LP. The music falls between Dixieland and swing as Fountain leads the spirited crew through a dozen songs. Dixieland fans will want to search for this album.”

“Pete Fountain at his best with all the songs that made him famous. His typical jazzy arrangements and definite toe-tappers make you want to snap your fingers and sing along.”

“If you are looking for some lively Dixieland jazz music to play in the background, you may want this LP.”

“My favourite tracks are High Society which is a very old New Orleans song. Pete's solo is nothing short of terrific. Then there's Bye Bye Bill Bailey which is also played with traditional backup.

“You won't go wrong buying this LP. Pete's at his very best mixing jazz and Dixieland in his unique style. This music will have you snapping your fingers, tapping your toes, and struttin' to the tunes.”

“No one plays the clarinet like Pete. And playing Dixieland he is at his best. Great listening. You won't be sorry getting this album.”

“Smooth as silk. This album will make fans of those who have not heard the magic of one of the best clarinet players in the world.”