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The album is a mix of popular standards and original blues compositions, often featuring extended runtimes that allow for significant improvisation:

: A swinging rendition of the George Shearing classic.

Recorded on , in Paris, this album captures the legendary vibraphonist during one of his prolific European tours. The Paris Session of May 1956 BJ-Lionel_Hampton=Mai_956_(1956)-# 068.rar

Originally issued on two separate 10-inch LPs (labeled Mai 56 No. 1 and No. 2 ) by the Club Français du Disque , the collection was later consolidated for digital reissue. You can find the full tracklist and official credits for this release on platforms like Discogs and AllMusic . Lionel Hampton, Olympia, Paris, 1956! - Facebook

The group includes Eddie Chamblee on tenor saxophone, Ed Mullens on trumpet, and Billy Mackel on guitar. The rhythm section featured French bassist Paul Rovère and drummer Albert "June" Gardner . The album is a mix of popular standards

The recording features a blend of his regular touring band and top-tier European talent:

While most famous for his work with the vibraphone, this session highlights Hampton’s versatility as a multi-instrumentalist. On Mai 1956 , he notably steps away from the vibes to showcase his unique, percussion-like piano style on tracks such as "" (a variation of the "12th Street Rag"). 1 and No

: A high-energy opening track that sets the tone for the session.