A great album full of fun New Orleans style jazz and first-class musicianship.
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If Rick Mercer Report can make an iconoclast like me think seriously about why I love my country, think what it can do for you.
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A disc of high spirited New Orleans style Jazz played by people who obviously love the music.
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If this disc is any indication, the Jazz Icons series is probably worth owning -- at least the discs that feature your favorite players.
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You can buy this disc for its historical significance...but the best reason for getting a copy is that it's great music.
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