Pure Dixieland

Jazz · 1979 · 9 tracks

Pure Dixieland

Harry Connick, Jr.

A high-energy showcase of New Orleans traditionalism recorded when the artist was just eleven. Virtuosic stride piano meets a full, swinging brass section.

1979 · Columbia

An infectious, high-spirited celebration of New Orleans heritage performed with youthful virtuosity.

Tracklist · 9 Tracks

01

Sweet Georgia Brown

4:36

02

Tin Roof Blues

2:52

03

Wolverine Blues

3:01

04

Jazz Me Blues

3:00

05

Doctor Jazz

3:24

06

Muskrat Ramble

2:35

07

Lazy River

2:44

08

Joe Avery's Piece

3:06

09

Way Down Yonder in New Orleans

2:46

Moments Worth Listening For

the breakneck piano solo on Sweet Georgia Brown that reveals a technical skill far beyond an eleven year old's years

the tender spoken interlude during Lazy River where the artist reflects on the emotional power of the keys

the brass section's collective improvisation during the climax of Muskrat Ramble

Reviews

AllMusic

Where This Album Departs

How does Pure Dixieland sound next to the rest of Harry Connick, Jr.'s catalogue?

Live Recording+2.6σ

The production is built around live recording than this artist usually allows.

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