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Tonight's Jazz feature is a meeting of true giants. Lionel Hampton, whose Birthday it is today (April 20), Oscar Peterson on piano, Ray Brown on bass and Buddy Rich on drums.This was a very first get-together of these players and the results are classic. This was the first in a series of recordings featuring Hampton's great artistry rather than his band and showmanship. It all came together on September 2, 1953 in New York. The sparks flew on an unplanned session of mostly standards and a couple of Jazz staples. Happy Birthday Hamp! Your music is forever. This is essential listening and is the very definition of Jazz!