Ruby Braff and Ellis Larkins: Calling Berlin, Vol. 1

Ruby Braff: Cornet Ellis Larkins: Piano "The two resolute undercover agents shown in the photograph that illustrates this collection were not, as you may have assumed, engaged in ensuring the downfall of the Third Reich. They were, in fact, paying tribute to Berlin, the great American songwriter, Irving Berlin, whose songs they intended recording that day...Ruby Braff and Ellis Larkins first recorded together in 1955. They got together again in 1972. Now here they are once more, twenty two years later, still going strong like Scotland's famous Johnny Walker." —Stanley Dance, author of The World of Swing Selected by John Norris as a Writers' Choice record for 1995 in Coda Magazine. Selected by Ira Gitler and Jack Sohmer as a Critics Pick for 1995 in JazzTimes. Selected by Gary Giddins as one of the best records of 1995 in the Village Voice. Selections: It's A Lovely Day Today Blue Skies Alexander's Ragtime Band I'm Putting All My Eggs In One Basket How Deep Is The Ocean? Soft Lights And Sweet Music Let's Face The Music And Dance My Walking Stick Russian Lullaby You're Laughing At Me This Year's Kisses Top Hat, White Tie and Tails They Say It's Wonderful Steppin' Out With My Baby Easter Parade