Sidney Bechet

Port Of Harlem Six

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Sidney Bechet was a soprano saxophone pioneer whose warm, vocalistic tone became one of early jazz's most distinctive voices. 'Port Of Harlem Six' captures him leading a small ensemble through spirited Dixieland and New Orleans jazz with undeniable emotional depth. His soprano sax sings above the ensemble, sometimes mournful, sometimes exuberant, always commanding. The interplay feels intimate and lived-in, the kind of music born from genuine musical conversation. Bechet's influence echoes through decades of jazz history, and this recording shows exactly why—his blend of sophistication and raw feeling remains genuinely moving. An essential introduction to early jazz's most soulful voice.

Item Details+
Genre Jazz
Style Dixieland
Media Very Good Plus (VG+)
Sleeve Very Good Plus (VG+)
Description With hairlines. Small spots on vinyl. Carefully packed andamp; shipped with love from Vienna. Order more, save on shipping!
Label Blue Note
Country US
Format LP
Tracklist+

A1. Old Stack O'Lee Blues

A2. Rocking The Blues

A3. Lonesome Blues

B1. Saturday Night Blues

B2. Bechet's Steady Rider

B3. Mighty Blues

B4. Bechet's Fantasy

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