April in Paris

Album by The Count Basie Orchestra

April in Paris is a studio album by Count Basie and His Orchestra, released in 1957. The album showcases Basie's big-band swing with tight ensemble arrangements, prominent brass and reed sections, and blues-based rhythms, exemplifying the polished sound of his mid-century 'New Testament' orchestra within his career.
First released: 1956

Tracklist

  1. 1.
    April in Paris
    3:52
  2. 2.
    Corner Pocket
    5:19
  3. 3.
    Didn't You?
    4:50
  4. 4.
    Sweetie Cakes
    4:04
  5. 5.
    Magic
    3:11
  6. 6.
    Shiny Stockings
    5:19
  7. 7.
    What Am I Here For
    3:26
  8. 8.
    Midgets
    3:18
  9. 9.
    Mambo Inn
    3:29
  10. 10.
    Dinner With Friends
    3:05

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