| Release Date | 28/11/2025 |
| Format | LP Black |
| Label | WIENERWORLD |
| Catalogue Number | LIB2158 |
The never-before-released set captures one of the most infuential tenor saxophonists of all time, live at NYC's iconic jazz venue BirdlandIt features eight tracks recorded on four different dates in 1951 and '52 for ABC Radio's infamous "Jumpin with Symphony Sid." Host Sid Torin introduces several of the tracks, one of which, "Neenah," includes a shoutout to audience member Billie Holiday who originated the bebop legend's nickname "Prez" (for "President of the Tenor Sax"). The backing bands feature pianists John Lewis, Cyril Haynes, and Earl Knight; percussionists "Papa" Jo Jones and Lee Abrams; bassist Gene Ramey; and trumpeter Jesse Drakes. The album will be pressed on 180-gram vinyl and features rare photos with extensive liner notes from jazz historian Scott Yanow.
Tracklisting:
Lester Leaps In
I Don't Stand A Ghost Of A Chance With You
Up And Atom
These Foolish Things
Neenah
(Back Home Again In) Indiana
How High The Moon
Deed I Do
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