has since its debut in 1988 been one of the finest of all jazz radio series. Featuring cornetist excellent septet with a variety of guests, each show is well-scripted, educational and entertaining, generally based around a specific theme. This particular set is an excellent sampler of the series. The Jazz band (featuring trombonist , either or on clarinet and pianist ) has three numbers to themselves (including a brilliant version of ) and is joined by such notable guests as pianist , bassist , singer (heard on "Dr. Jazz"), tap dancer (who follows an excerpt from a 1932 recording of on "Doin' the New Lowdown"), cornetist , (who sings "St. Louis Blues") and the great (on "It Don't Mean a Thing" and "Mumbles"). In addition, and engage in a heated piano duet on "Grandpa's Spells," jams "7 Come 11," clarinetist romps through "Ring Dem Bells" and signs a tender version of "A Dollar for a Dime" in a duet with pianist . All 15 selections are quite enjoyable, the radio audience is rightfully enthusiastic and this CD has more than its share of highpoints. Highly recommended to classic jazz fans. ~ Scott Yanow