World Statesman


World Statesman is an album by trumpeter Dizzy Gillespie, recorded in 1956 and released on the Norgran label. The album was reissued as part of the 2CD compilation Birks Works: The Verve [Big Band Sessions].

Reception

The AllMusic review states: "This set introduced the new Dizzy Gillespie big band which was making headlines for the acclaim it received during its State Department-sponsored world tours... this brilliant orchestra really shows a great deal of spirit, power and creativity."

Track listing

All compositions by Dizzy Gillespie except as indicated
Side One:
  1. "Dizzy's Business" – 3:37
  2. "Jessica's Day" – 4:50
  3. "Tour de Force" – 5:04
  4. "I [Can't Get Started]" – 2:55
  5. "Doodlin'" – 3:56
Side Two:
  1. "A Night in Tunisia" – 5:34
  2. "Stella by Starlight" – 4:07
  3. "The Champ" – 4:42
  4. "My Reverie" – 2:52
  5. "Dizzy's Blues" – 2:32

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