Teddy Wilson Trio - The Complete Verve Recordings [1997] (5 x CDs)

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TEDDY WILSON

Teddy Wilson Trio - The Complete Verve Recordings [1997] (5 x CDs)

Theodore Shaw Wilson (November 24, 1912 – July 31, 1986) was an American jazz pianist. Described by critic Scott Yanow as "the definitive swing pianist", Wilson's piano style was gentle, elegant, and virtuosic. His style was highly influenced by Earl Hines and Art Tatum. His work was featured on the records of many of the biggest names in jazz, including Louis Armstrong, Lena Horne, Benny Goodman, Billie Holiday, and Ella Fitzgerald. With Goodman, he was one of the first black musicians to perform prominently alongside white musicians. In addition to his extensive work as a sideman, Wilson also led his own groups and recording sessions from the late 1920s to the 1980s.

The Teddy Wilson Trio - The Complete Verve Recordings [1997] is a limited-edition box set released by Mosaic Records. This compilation, a five CD set has all of the pianist's Verve trio recordings, which includes six-and-a-half former LPs (the half was an appearance at the 1957 Newport Jazz Festival), a set only released previously in Japan, and a live date that had never come out before. All showcasing Teddy Wilson's impeccable swing style.

The Complete Verve Recordings is a delightful journey through the golden era of jazz. This collection captures the essence of a time when music was all about elegance, sophistication, and pure joy. The recordings are a testament to the impeccable artistry and timeless appeal of the trio, offering a rich tapestry of melodies that are both soothing and invigorating.

Each track in this compilation is a gem, showcasing the trio's ability to blend intricate rhythms with smooth, flowing melodies. The piano work is particularly noteworthy, with its delicate touch and expressive phrasing that brings each piece to life. The bass and drums provide a solid foundation, creating a perfect balance that allows the piano to shine.

Listening to this collection is like stepping into a cozy jazz club, where the music envelops you in a warm embrace. The sound quality is superb, capturing every nuance and subtlety of the performances. It's a perfect blend of technical mastery and emotional depth, making it a must-have for any jazz enthusiast. It's one that you'll want to take again and again. Many of these songs are only available on this compilation.

Teddy is rarely discussed today with pianists such as Herbie Hancock. Chick Corea, Keith Jarrett, McCoy Tyner and Brad Melhdau being more in vogue, but when he first came to prominence in the mid-1930s, Teddy was quite an innovator having developed his own style from influences derived from Earl “Fatha” Hines, Art Tatum and Thomas “Fats” Waller.

Teddy is often referenced by “modernists” such as Bud Powell, George Shearing, Nat King Cole and Bill Evans as someone who had a great influence on their playing and they in turn influenced those Jazz pianists who predominate today. (B)

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Track lists

CD1

01 Teddy Wilson Trio - The One I Love (Belongs to Someone Else) 2:58

02 Teddy Wilson Trio - Darn That Dream 2:16

03 Teddy Wilson Trio - Tea for Two 3:18

04 Teddy Wilson Trio - Lady Be Good 3:00

05 Teddy Wilson Trio - Emaline 2:36

06 Teddy Wilson Trio - Tenderly 3:08

07 Teddy Wilson Trio - Everything That Happens to Me 3:12

08 Teddy Wilson Trio - Liza 2:26

09 Teddy Wilson Trio - Nice Work If You Can Get It 2:57

10 Teddy Wilson Trio - Air Mail Special 3:19

11 Teddy Wilson Trio - Night and Day 2:59

12 Teddy Wilson Trio - Cheek to Cheek 3:52

13 Teddy Wilson Trio - East of the Sun 3:08

14 Teddy Wilson Trio - Autumn in New York 2:45

15 Teddy Wilson Trio - Isn't it Romantic? 4:08

16 Teddy Wilson Trio - You Go to My Head 3:09

17 Teddy Wilson Trio - Unforgettable 2:59

18 Teddy Wilson Trio - Almost Like Being in Love 2:28

19 Teddy Wilson Trio - Lover 5:02

20 Teddy Wilson Trio - If Dreams Come True 3:00

21 Teddy Wilson Trio - Don't Be That Way 3:01

22 Teddy Wilson Trio - Stompin' at the Savoy 3:09

23 Teddy Wilson Trio - Love is Here to Stay 3:35

24 Teddy Wilson Trio - Sweet and Lovely 2:55

CD2

01 Teddy Wilson Trio - Blues for the Oldest Profession 2:58

02 Teddy Wilson Trio - It Had to Be You 3:08

03 Teddy Wilson Trio - You Took Advantage of Me 4:19

04 Teddy Wilson Trio - Three Little Words 2:40

05 Teddy Wilson Trio - If I Had You 2:36

06 Teddy Wilson Trio - Who's Sorry Now 3:35

07 Teddy Wilson Trio - The Birth of the Blues 2:52

08 Teddy Wilson Trio - When Your Lover Has Gone 2:49

09 Teddy Wilson Trio - Moonlight on the Ganges 3:47

10 Teddy Wilson Trio - April in Paris 3:23

11 Teddy Wilson Trio - Hallelujah 3:10

12 Teddy Wilson Trio - Get Out of Town 3:31

13 Teddy Wilson Trio - Stompin' at the Savoy 4:10

14 Teddy Wilson Trio - Say it Ain't So 2:43

15 Teddy Wilson Trio - All of Me 2:59

16 Teddy Wilson Trio - Stars Fell on Alabama 3:07

17 Teddy Wilson Trio - I Got Rhythm 3:36

18 Teddy Wilson Trio - On the Sunny Side of the Street 3:19

19 Teddy Wilson Trio - Sweet Georgia Brown 2:42

20 Teddy Wilson Trio - As Time Goes By 3:09

21 Teddy Wilson Trio - Smiles 3:25

22 Teddy Wilson Trio - When Your Lover Has Gone (Alt) 3:11

CD3

01 Teddy Wilson Trio - Limehouse Blues 4:06

02 Teddy Wilson Trio - Blues for Daryl 3:33

03 Teddy Wilson Trio - You're Driving Me Crazy 3:17

04 Teddy Wilson Trio - I Want to Be Happy 3:46

05 Teddy Wilson Trio - Ain't Misbeshavin' 3:32

06 Teddy Wilson Trio - Honeysuckle Rose 4:01

07 Teddy Wilson Trio - Fine and Dandy 3:33

08 Teddy Wilson Trio - Sweet Lorraine 3:20

09 Teddy Wilson Trio - I Found a New Baby 3:35

10 Teddy Wilson Trio - It's the Talk of the Town 3:27

11 Teddy Wilson Trio - Laura 3:32

12 Teddy Wilson Trio - Undecided 4:12

13 Teddy Wilson Trio - Time on My Hands 3:50

14 Teddy Wilson Trio - Who Cares? 3:28

15 Teddy Wilson Trio - Love is Here to Stay 3:36

16 Teddy Wilson Trio - When You're Smiling 3:43

17 Teddy Wilson Trio - Imagination 4:08

18 Teddy Wilson Trio - The World is Waiting for the Sunrise 3:41

19 Teddy Wilson Trio - I've Got the World on a String 3:37

20 Teddy Wilson Trio - Whispering 3:28

CD4

01 Teddy Wilson Trio - Poor Butterfly 3:38

02 Teddy Wilson Trio - Rosetta 4:20

03 Teddy Wilson Trio - Basin Street Blues 5:44

04 Teddy Wilson Trio - How Deep is the Ocean 3:57

05 Teddy Wilson Trio - Just One of Those Things 4:40

06 Teddy Wilson Trio - Have You Met Miss Jones 4:06

07 Teddy Wilson Trio - It Don't Mean a Thing 3:37

08 Teddy Wilson Trio - Avalon 2:38

09 Teddy Wilson Trio - The Little Things That Mean So Much 3:06

10 Teddy Wilson Trio - 'S Wonderful 4:00

11 Teddy Wilson Trio - Someone to Watch Over Me 4:03

12 Teddy Wilson Trio - Jeepers Creepers 4:11

13 Teddy Wilson Trio - If You Are But a Dream 2:50

14 Teddy Wilson Trio - Bye Bye Blues 2:51

15 Teddy Wilson Trio - Sunny Morning 2:55

16 Teddy Wilson Trio - Talking to the Moon 2:47

17 Teddy Wilson Trio - Dream House 2:47

18 Teddy Wilson Trio - Sometimes I'm Happy 4:34

19 Teddy Wilson Trio - That Old Feeling 2:47

CD5

01 Teddy Wilson Trio - Stompin' at the Savoy 4:00

02 Teddy Wilson Trio - Air Mail Special 3:49

03 Teddy Wilson Trio - Basin Street Blues 5:10

04 Teddy Wilson Trio - I Got Rhythm 4:22

05 Teddy Wilson Trio - Sweet Georgia Brown 6:00

06 Teddy Wilson Trio - Stompin' at the Savoy 3:35

07 Teddy Wilson Trio - Tea for Two 3:03

08 Teddy Wilson Trio - Medley - Body and Soul - Sweet Lorraine - I've Got the World on a String 4:12

09 Teddy Wilson Trio - Runnin' Wild 3:26

10 Teddy Wilson Trio - How High the Moon 5:33

11 Teddy Wilson Trio - Air Mail Special 3:38

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