Art Hodes - Tribute to the Greats (CD)

Art Hodes' career as a pianist (and journalist) started in the 1920s & continued into the 1990s - eight decades! He recorded for Decca, Mercury, as well as what he liked to call "the modest labels." These blues-drenched solo piano performances celebrate the music of jazz' greats, many of who Art knew well, including Louis Armstrong. Part of Delmark's Euphonic series, this album was recorded in 1976 & 1978. 13 of the 15 songs are previously unissued performances.

Track List:

Disc: 1

1. Jackass Blues
2. Washboard Blues
3. Royal Garden Blues
4. Atlanta Blues
5. Blue Turning Grey Over You
6. St. James Infirmary
7. Struttin' with Some Barbecue
8. The Mooch
9. Just a Closer Walk with Thee
10. Chimes Blues
11. Cherry
12. Tin Roof Blues
13. Apex Blues
14. Aunt Hagar's Blues
15. Farewell Blues