Benny Carter’s Jazz Giant is one of the definitive Contemporary Records sessions, originally recorded in 1958 and widely regarded as a cornerstone of West Coast jazz. Backed by an all-star line-up including Ben Webster, Barney Kessel, Leroy Vinnegar, Shelly Manne, and others, Carter delivers a masterclass in alto saxophone tone, phrasing, and elegant swing.
This is the Roots/Contemporary South African issue (FANT 10), marketed by Roots Record Company. A highly musical, relaxed yet sophisticated session that perfectly captures Carter’s lyrical approach and the polished Los Angeles studio sound of the late 1950s.
A superb title for collectors of classic small-group jazz and Contemporary Records pressings.
