This reissue of a 1957 Rave Records release features Red Norvo's Quintet with Bob Drasnin on flute and alto; Jimmy Wyble on guitar, Buddy Clark on bass and Bill Douglass on drums. This quintet has a hard-swinging low-key style that epitomizes the "cool" jazz of Hollywood in the 1950's. Great solos by Red on vibes, Bob Drasnin on alto and flute and Jimmy Wyble remind US of how alive this music could be in the hands of these consummate professionals.
In 1957, Marty Paich assembled together master vibe players Gibbs, Vic Feldman & Larry Bunker to perform in a multi-percussion setting w. a rhythm section feat. Lou Levy, Max Bennett & Mel Lewis - this is the result, which is a Mode 123 reissue.