Alvin Alcorn Albums

Alvin Alcorn Albums (6)

'Alvin Alcorn and His New Orleans Jazz Band'

Release Date 1/1/2002

Tracks 11

Label New Orleans

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What The Critics Say

Alvin Alcorn, best known for playing trumpet for several years with Kid Ory's Creole Jazz Band in the 1950s, did not lead that many sessions in his later years, and was a little erratic by then. However, Alcorn is heard in surprisingly fine form on this obscure LP. Five songs feature him leading a New Orleans sextet that includes veteran trombonist Preston Jackson (then 73), clarinetist Clarence Ford, and pianist Dave "Fat Man" Williams, but it is the other six numbers (trio performances with guitarist Justin Adams and bassist Frank Fields) that really showcase the trumpeter at his best. With the exception of "Deep Blue Melody" and "Purple Rose of Cairo" (both of which are played with the trio), he sticks mostly to spirited versions of standards; other highlights include "Panama," "Liza," and "Danny Boy." Well-worth searching for by New Orleans jazz collectors. ~ Scott Yanow, All Music Guide

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'Sounds of New Orleans, Vol. 5'

Release Date 12/14/1994

Tracks 11

Label Storyville

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New Orleans trumpeter Alvin Alcorn is best known for his association with Kid Ory and did not lead that many sessions of his own. This Storyville CD has some rare live performances by Alcorn with a variety of top Dixielanders during three occasions in 1952-1953. The repertoire mostly has typical standards, but Alcorn sounds in fine form, and his sidemen (which include clarinetist Raymond Burke, trombonist Jack Delaney, and pianist Stan Mendelson) are spirited in their solos and ensemble playing. Highlights include "Original Dixieland One Step," "Royal Garden Blues," "Over the Waves," and "Roses of Picardy." ~ Scott Yanow, All Music Guide

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