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The Sound of Stride

"The Sound of Stride" playlist is a vibrant collection that showcases the spirited and dynamic style of stride piano, featuring jazz legends and their trailblazing tunes. Dive into a world where rhythm and harmony effortlessly dance, with tracks like Don Ewell's "All The Wrongs You've Done To Me" and Luckey Roberts' "Pork & Beans," which capture the essence of early 20th-century jazz. Teddy Wilson's "Fools Rush In" and Willie "The Lion" Smith's "Rippling Waters" are standout pieces that blend playful improvisation with undeniable skill.

This playlist takes the listener on a journey through various moods and tempos. From the jovial "Ain't Misbehavin'" by Fats Waller to the serene "Soft Summer Breeze" by Eddie Heywood, it embraces stride's diverse palette. Art Tatum dazzles with "Blue Skies" and "Tea for Two," while James P. Johnson's "If I Could Be With You" offers a tender contrast. The mix is rounded out by the likes of Oscar Peterson, Herman Chittison, and Dorothy Donegan, ensuring both old-school aficionados and new listeners alike can enjoy the rhythmic charm and joyful complexity that define the stride genre.

Dave McKenna 3 tracks
Teddy Wilson 3 tracks
Willie "The Lion" Smith 3 tracks
James P. Johnson 3 tracks
Don Ewell 3 tracks
Donald Lambert 3 tracks
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