Artist: Ben Webster Quartet
Title: The Art Tatum / Ben Webster Quartet
Label: Columbia Records (Clef Series)
Catalogue Number: 33CX 10087
Country: United Kingdom
Original Release Year: 1959
Pressing Year: 1959 UK Columbia Clef Series Pressing
Format: 12" Vinyl LP
Speed: 33⅓ RPM
Description
The Art Tatum / Ben Webster Quartet showcases two of the greatest figures in jazz history performing together in a series of elegant and masterfully executed standards. Recorded during Art Tatum's famous group sessions, the album combines Tatum's breathtaking piano virtuosity with Ben Webster's rich and expressive tenor saxophone tone. The result is a timeless collection of swing-era favourites that perfectly captures the artistry of both musicians.
Pressing Notes
Original UK Columbia Clef Series pressing released in 1959 with catalogue number 33CX 10087. Issued by EMI under licence from Clef Records and producer Norman Granz, this edition forms part of the highly regarded Columbia Clef Series which introduced many classic American jazz recordings to the UK market.
The album was recorded in Los Angeles during the celebrated Art Tatum Group Masterpieces sessions and features an all-star quartet including Red Callender on bass and Bill Douglass on drums. Original Columbia Clef Series pressings are increasingly difficult to find and remain highly sought after by collectors of 1950s jazz vinyl.
Track Listing
Side A
Gone With The Wind
All The Things You Are
Have You Met Miss Jones?
My One And Only Love
Side B
Night And Day
Where Or When
My Ideal
Gone With The Wind
Matrix / Runout
Side A: 33CX 10087 A-1N
Side B: 33CX 10087 B-1N
Additional Information
- Original UK Columbia Clef Series Pressing
- Released in 1959
- Catalogue Number 33CX 10087
- Features Art Tatum on piano
- Features Ben Webster on tenor saxophone
- Produced by Norman Granz
- Classic Jazz / Swing recording
- Recorded in Los Angeles
- Audiophile favourite
- Highly collectible UK jazz pressing
Condition
Sleeve: Very Good Plus (VG+)
Record: Very Good Plus (VG+)
Inner Sleeve: Very Good Plus (VG+)
Rockabuy Records Grading Guide
Near Mint (NM)
Virtually flawless condition. Played only a handful of times with no visible marks or signs of wear.
Excellent (EX)
Lightly played and very well cared for. May show minimal signs of handling or faint sleeve removal marks, but no scratches affecting appearance or playback.
Very Good (VG)
Noticeable surface marks and signs of use, though the record still plays well throughout.
Good (G)
Visible wear, marks, or scratches present. Playback remains acceptable, although some surface noise may be noticeable.
Poor / Fair (P/F)
Heavy wear and significant scratches. Record will still play but sound quality may be affected.
Shipping
All records are visually inspected and conservatively graded for both sleeve and vinyl condition. As these are pre-owned records, occasional light surface noise may be present as part of the listening experience.
All orders are shipped via Tracked 24 delivery service using professional record mailers and protective stiffeners to ensure safe arrival.
