Trombonist led one of the finest and most consistently exciting New Orleans jazz bands of the 1944-60 period. This CD contains 16 selections from 1944-45 when, after a decade out of music, was making what would be a very successful comeback. These studio sides feature veteran trumpeter and either or on clarinet along with a fine rhythm section and trombone. Highlights include "Panama," "Do What Ory Said," "Maryland, My Maryland," "1919 Rag" and "Ory's Creole Trombone." This is fun and often hard-swinging music. ~ Scott Yanow