Al Hirt - Trumpet Master - COMPACT DISCS [CD]

2 Disc Set. Trumpet Master is a compilation album by the renowned American trumpeter Al Hirt, showcasing his exceptional skill and versatility across a selection of tracks that span various styles, including jazz, pop, and country. Newly remastered for 2024, this compilation highlights some of Hirt's most memorable performances, including "Break My Mind," "Faded Love," and "Stella by Starlight." Released as part of a broader effort to celebrate Hirt's illustrious career, this double album serves as both a tribute to his musical legacy and a testament to his ability to cross genres effortlessly. The compilation encapsulates Hirt's contribution to American music, blending jazz with popular and country music in a way that broadened the appeal of the trumpet as a lead instrument. His ability to infuse each track with personality and technical brilliance made him a standout figure in the mid-20th century music scene. Album Tracks 1. Blue Eyes Crying in the Rain 2. Break My Mind 3. I Really Don't Want to Know 4. I Walk the Line 5. Faded Love 6. I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry 7. Oh, Lonesome Me 8. Orange Blossom Special 9. When My Blue Moon Turns to Gold Again 10. Louisiana Man 11. Original Dixieland One Step 12. Strangers in the Night 13. Stella By Starlight 14. Cotton Candy 1. Deep River 2. Look Down That Lonesome Road 3. Milenberg Joys 4. Moonglow 5. Sensation Rag 6. Shine 7. Up a Lazy River 8. I Can Dream, Can't I? 9. Poor Butterfly 10. When My Sugar Walks Down the Street 11. Imagination 12. Unforgettable 13. Love Letters 14. Lonesome Street