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Little Man
| Recorded | Jun 14 & Nov 7, 1954 |
|---|---|
| Label | Affinity |
| Released | 1954 |
| Personnel | 6 credited players |
| Discogs | master 864262 |
The record
A rare mid-'50s date from Boston altoist Boots Mussulli, better known for his tenure with Stan Kenton, leading a tight New England-rooted quartet through club-honed swing. Two bassists and drummers cycle through the session, but the focus stays on Mussulli's warm, bebop-schooled alto and baritone work.
Session personnel
- Boots Mussulli — alto saxophone, baritone saxophone
- John Carter — bass
- Max Bennett — bass
- Peter Littman — drums
- Shelly Manne — drums
- Ray Santisi — piano
Contemporary reception
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Pressings
| — | Capitol Records · ECR-88038 — Vinyl, LP, Album, Reissue earliest on file |
|---|---|
| 1981 | Affinity |
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