Bj-lionel_hampton=mai_956_(1956)-# 068.rar May 2026

Recorded on , in Paris, this album captures the legendary vibraphonist during one of his prolific European tours. The Paris Session of May 1956

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 . BJ-Lionel_Hampton=Mai_956_(1956)-# 068.rar

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"). Recorded on , in Paris, this album captures

The tracks are characterized by a "long, open-ended groove" reminiscent of the 1950s jam sessions Hampton was famous for in the United States. Featured Tracks While most famous for his work with the