For this gig in Nevada, trombonist had a much smaller group than usual, just a quartet with clarinetist , pianist and drummer . The musicians play quite well but, due to the thinness of the band, the music was unreleased until 1998. At that time, on tuba and banjoist tastefully overdubbed rhythm parts to make the music sound more complete; one would not know that they were playing more than 30 years after the original performances. On most selections, takes the melody (filling in for the absent trumpet) while provides boisterous harmonies. The repertoire was strong and even the seven vocals (four by and three from the leader) work out well. has a few ragtime features (a la ) and other highlights include and ~ Scott Yanow