Vanguard · in the Kissa Kissa racks
Sir Charles Thompson Quartet
| Recorded | c. 1954 |
|---|---|
| Label | Vanguard |
| Released | 1954 |
| Personnel | 4 credited players |
| Discogs | master 1265884 |
The record
A full slice of the Basie rhythm section reconvened under the pianist's own name, with Green's guitar and Page's bass locking into that unmistakable four-to-the-bar pulse. Vanguard's mid-'50s mainstream series caught these players at ease, favoring swing and taste over showmanship.
Session personnel
- Walter Page — bass
- Jo Jones — drums
- Freddie Green — guitar
- Sir Charles Thompson — piano
Contemporary reception
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Pressings
| — | Vanguard · AVRS 7010-x — Vinyl, LP, 10", Mono earliest on file |
|---|---|
| 1991 | Vanguard |
| — | Vanguard · PPT 12007 — Vinyl, LP, 10", Mono |
| — | Amadeo · AVRS 7010-X — Vinyl, LP, 10", Mono |
Follow the players
Walter Page also plays on
Jo Jones also plays on
Freddie Green also plays on