Two Sleepy People (1994)

About this title: The word that best sums up this set of duets by Dan Barrett and John Sheridan is "delightful." Trombonist Barrett (who doubles quite effectively on cornet) and the stride/swing pianist Sheridan match together quite well, inspiring each other on a set of older swing standards and obscurities. Although the emphasis is on melodic improvising, there are enough chances taken to make this music slightly unpredictable. The program begins and ends with different versions of "Two Sleepy People." Other highlights include an unusual jazz treatment of Hank Williams' "Hey, Good Lookin'," a four-song ... read more

Tracks:

1. Two Sleepy People [Loesser/Carmichael]
2. Hey, Good Lookin' [Williams]
3. I Like the Likes of You [Harburg/Duke]
4. All My Love [Parish/Durand]
5. Remember Me [Dubin/Warren]
6. Whoa Babe [Clinton]
7. Medley for Billie Holiday: They Say/One Never Knows, Does One?/Foolin' [Heymann/Mann/Weiss/]
8. Who Loves You? [Davis/Coots]
9. Oh, You Crazy Moon [Burke/VanHeusen]
10. Hear Me Talkin' to Ya? [Armstrong]
11. Moanin' Low [Dietz/Rainger]
12. You Can't Lose a Broken Heart [Miller/Johnson]
13. Why Do I Lie to Myself About You? [Davis/Coots]
14. Two Sleepy People [Loesser/Carmichael]

Note: This is a general synopsis. Each listing is further described below.