The Eighty-Seven Years of Doc Cheatham

RELEASE
June 22, 1993
LABEL
Columbia
GENRES
Jazz, Dixieland, Jazz Instrument, Trumpet Jazz

Album Review

There has never been a trumpeter in recorded history over the age of 80 on Doc Cheatham's level. Age 87 at the time of this CD, he plays with power, creativity and confidence on this quartet set of swing standards. He dominates the music with his trumpet solos and quiet but charming vocals and, even with the participation of a strong rhythm section led by pianist Chuck Folds, Cheatham is the obvious star. This historic set is a real gem on several levels and is highly recommended.
Scott Yanow, Rovi

Track Listing

  1. That's My Home
  2. Okay, Baby
  3. Love You Madly
  4. Blues in My Heart
  5. Sleep
  6. New Orleans
  7. Muskrat Ramble
  8. Was It a Dream?
  9. Wolverine Blues
  10. 'Round Midnight
  11. Miss Brown to You
  12. Have You Met Miss Jones?
  13. My Buddy
  14. I Guess I'll Get the Papers (And Go Home)