Here's another bit of trivia. George Duvivier's bass is played on this date by Jay Leonhart, who acquired it after Mr. Duvivier passed away.
And the title tune is a beautiful ballad written by George Duvivier.
The Clovers: "Blue Velvet" from The Clovers: Their Greatest Recordings
Great vocals and beautiful sax backing - possibly Sam "The Man" Taylor. If anyone knows who the saxophonist is for sure, I'd like to know.
Armstrong/Ellington: The Great Summit - CD 2 - The Making of The Great Summit
I know that some people hate false starts, alternate takes, studio talk, etc., but I find these fascinating, enjoyable, and moving.