George Wallington - Showcase

George Wallington was one of the first and best bop pianists, ranking up there with Al Haig, just below Bud Powell. He was also the composer of two bop standards that caught on for a time: "Lemon Drop"…
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Recorded 1954

George Wallington

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A1 Frankie And Johnnie 00:00 A2 Baby Grand 04:08 A3 Christina 08:13 B1 Summertime 11:51 B2 Festival 15:48 B3 Bumpkins 19:49 Piano – George Wallington

Tenor Saxophone – Frank Foster

Trombone – James Cleveland Bass – Oscar Pettiford Baritone Saxophone – Danny Bank Drums – Kenny Clarke Trumpet – Dave Burns