Coleman Hawkin's great solo on "Body and Soul", deservedly a classic, is enshrined on records for repeating listening. But haven't you ever wondered how Hawk played the tune on other nights? Maybe, as good as that recorded solo was, just maybe on one inspired night, he surpassed even that effort. Here is a selection of Hawk's rare live performances dating from 1950 - 58 which contains some of his best known tunes: "Bean and the Boys", "Body and Souls", "The Man I Love", "Disorder at the Border" and others. They make for fascinating listening when compared to the commercial recordings and show that there is nothing quite like "live" jazz. Hawk's flock swoops in with the likes of Pee Wee Russell, Charlie Shavers, Johnny Acea, J.C. Higginbotham and others. This is rare, but well-done, Coleman Hawkins is an important addition to the discography.

Coleman Hawkins- Tenor Saxophone.

Tracks: Disorder at the Border; Yesterdays; Bean and the Boys; Disorder at the Border; Riftide; Body and Soul; The Man I love; Avalon.

 Disorder At The Border

 Bean And The Boys

 Body And Soul