ABC-Paramount · in the Kissa Kissa racks
The Billy Taylor Trio Introduces Ira Sullivan
| Recorded | Nov 1956 |
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| Label | ABC-Paramount |
| Catalog | ABC 162 |
| Released | 1956 |
| Personnel | 4 credited players |
| Discogs | master 1324336 |
The record
A rare showcase for Ira Sullivan's alto work, framed by Billy Taylor's tasteful trio and Ed Thigpen's crisp brushwork before either sideman became better known elsewhere. Chicago's underrated multi-instrumentalist gets a proper introduction on wax courtesy of ABC-Paramount.
Session personnel
- Ira Sullivan — alto saxophone
- Earl May — bass
- Ed Thigpen — drums
- Billy Taylor — piano
Contemporary reception
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Pressings
| 1957 | ABC-Paramount · ABC-162 — Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono earliest on file |
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| 1957 | ABC-Paramount — MONO |
| 1957 | Sparton Of Canada Ltd. · ABC 162 — Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono |
Follow the players
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Earl May also plays on
Ed Thigpen also plays on