[Dixielandjazz] Dixielandjazz Digest, Vol 56, Issue 5

[Adrian Ford]

Larry, Listen to St. Louis Blues as played by New Orleans clarinet 
players (George Lewis etc.). Variations of the same solo which I am led 
to believe was originated by one the Shields brothers. Also Tin Roof 
Blues; the trombone solo on the original New Orleans Rhythm Kings 
record. Played in various versions on many later recordings. Was it a 
third theme? At the time of the recording solos were not a feature for 
most bands. Perhaps it was looked upon as a solo because the publishers 
(who wrote the words) had run out of inspiration by the time they got to 
the third theme. Dippermouth Blues; it ain't the tune without the Oliver 
solo bits and the vocal break.
Adrian Ford
> Thanks for all the responses, both direct to me and on the list.
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> I had forgotten about that well-known piccolo solo.
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> Good to learn about Alphonse Picou.
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> Can anyone think of any other solo versions that many players render in other tunes?  Or is 
> High Society the unique case?
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> Larry Swain
> (Backup piano player of last resort, Boston area)
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