The Big Apple Bash is an album by jazz pianist Jay McShann, recorded in 1978 and released by the Atlantic label.[1][2]

The Big Apple Bash
Studio album by
Released1979
RecordedAugust 3, 8 & 10, 1978
StudioAtlantic Recording Studios, New York City
GenreJazz
Length43:51
LabelAtlantic
SD 8804
Producerİlhan Mimaroğlu
Jay McShann chronology
Kansas City Hustle
(1978)
The Big Apple Bash
(1979)
Last of the Whorehouse Piano Players
(1980)

Reception

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Professional ratings
Review scores
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AllMusic     [3]

The Santa Cruz Sentinel wrote that "McShann's vocals are nice and relaxed, a bit reminiscent of Hoagy Carmichael."[4]

The AllMusic review by Scott Yanow noted: "On this excellent release, McShann appears with two groups of all-stars. ... The unusual grouping of swing, bop and modern stylists is successful".[3]

Track listing

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  1. "Crazy Legs and Friday Strut" (Jay McShann) – 7:48
  2. "Georgia on My Mind" (Hoagy Carmichael, Stuart Gorrell) – 7:52
  3. "Dickie's Dream" (Count Basie, Lester Young) – 6:03
  4. "Ain't Misbehavin'" (Fats Waller, Harry Brooks, Andy Razaf) – 5:09
  5. "I'd Rather Drink Muddy Water" (Eddie Miller) – 4:43
  6. "Blue Feeling" (Duke Ellington) – 5:12
  7. "Jumpin' the Blues" (McShann, Charlie Parker) – 7:12

Personnel

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References

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  1. ^ Both Sides Now: Atlantic Album Discography, Part 3 - 1200 Jazz Series (1966-1977) accessed April 8, 2019
  2. ^ Lane, George (24 May 1979). "Shades of Blue". Bay State Banner. No. 33. p. 13.
  3. ^ a b Yanow, Scott. Jay McShann: The Big Apple Bash Review at AllMusic. Retrieved April 8, 2019.
  4. ^ Honig, Tom (1 Jun 1979). "Record Reviews". Santa Cruz Sentinel. p. 23.