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Originally issued on two separate 10-inch LPs (labeled Mai 56 No. 1 and No. 2 ) by the Club Français du Disque , the collection was later consolidated for digital reissue. You can find the full tracklist and official credits for this release on platforms like Discogs and AllMusic . Lionel Hampton, Olympia, Paris, 1956! - Facebook

While most famous for his work with the vibraphone, this session highlights Hampton’s versatility as a multi-instrumentalist. On Mai 1956 , he notably steps away from the vibes to showcase his unique, percussion-like piano style on tracks such as "" (a variation of the "12th Street Rag").

The group includes Eddie Chamblee on tenor saxophone, Ed Mullens on trumpet, and Billy Mackel on guitar. The rhythm section featured French bassist Paul Rovère and drummer Albert "June" Gardner . BJ-Lionel_Hampton=Mai_956_(1956)-# 068.rar

The recording features a blend of his regular touring band and top-tier European talent:

: A swinging rendition of the George Shearing classic. Originally issued on two separate 10-inch LPs (labeled

The album is a mix of popular standards and original blues compositions, often featuring extended runtimes that allow for significant improvisation:

The "068" in your file name corresponds to the album's place in the anthology. This series was created to preserve and remaster recordings made in France by American jazz greats during the mid-20th century, an era when Paris served as a vital second home for the genre. You can find the full tracklist and official

: An updated version of the W.C. Handy standard featuring a vocal performance by Hampton. The Jazz in Paris Legacy