Jimmie Lunceford - Saga Jazz: The Perfect Big Band (2003)

Jimmie Lunceford propelled the art of the big band to a state of perfection. His orchestra meticulously rehearsed their arrangements, the staging of their shows, and even their bows to the audience. Arranger Sy Oliver was the man mainly responsible for the musical success of this group that, over a nonchalant but muscled “two-beat”, gave wings to dancers and delighted listeners. The present selection, the best possible, benefits from an extraordinary technical quality.

Tracklist:
1. Jimmie Lunceford - Rhythm Is Our Business (03:13)
2. Jimmie Lunceford - Dream of You (03:09)
3. Jimmie Lunceford - Sleepy Time Gal (03:08)
4. Jimmie Lunceford - Four or Five Times (03:07)
5. Jimmie Lunceford - Swanee River (02:43)
6. Jimmie Lunceford - Organ Grinder's Swing (02:42)
7. Jimmie Lunceford - For Dancers Only (02:42)
8. Jimmie Lunceford - Annie Laurie (03:16)
9. Jimmie Lunceford - Margie (03:06)
10. Jimmie Lunceford - By The River Sainte Marie (03:13)
11. Jimmie Lunceford - Tain't What You Do (03:07)
12. Jimmie Lunceford - Cheatin' On Me (02:48)
13. Jimmie Lunceford - Baby Won't You Please Come Home (02:56)
14. Jimmie Lunceford - The Lonesome Road (02:34)
15. Jimmie Lunceford - Ain't She Sweet (02:28)
16. Jimmie Lunceford - Wham (02:54)
17. Jimmie Lunceford - Uptown Blues (02:59)
18. Jimmie Lunceford - Lunceford Special (02:52)
19. Jimmie Lunceford - What's Your Story Morning Glory (03:13)
20. Jimmie Lunceford - Monotony In Four Flats (02:53)
21. Jimmie Lunceford - Chopin's Prelude N 7 (02:50)
22. Jimmie Lunceford - Yard Dog Mazurka (03:14)
23. Jimmie Lunceford - Impromptu (02:53)
24. Jimmie Lunceford - Blues In The Night (05:20)