Oop-Pop-A-Da

Oop-Pop-A-Da is an album by the Moe Koffman Quintet featuring trumpeter Dizzy Gillespie recorded in 1988 and released on the Soundwing label.

Reception

The Allmusic review stated "Diz's trumpet playing was clearly past its prime by 1988, but his scat singing on "Oop-Pop-A-Da" is quite virtuosic and outstanding, easily the high point of this little-known set".

Track listing

All compositions by Dizzy Gillespie except as indicated

"Oop-Pop-A-Da" – 10:15
"Lush Life" – 5:13
"Fried Banana" – 4:40
"Elie's Dream" – 4:54
"No Siesta Ees Fiesta" – 4:32
"A Night in Tunisia" – 11:08
"Fun" – 6:03
"Groovin' High" – 8:20
"Jade Eyes" – 6:22

Personnel

Dizzy Gillespie – trumpet, vocals
Moe Koffman – alto saxophone, soprano saxophone, flute
Ed Bickert – guitar
Bernie Senensky – keyboards
Kieran Overs – bass
Barry Elmes – drums