Although Toots Thielemans is far better-known for his virtuoso harmonica playing, he sticks exclusively to guitar on this pair of studio dates, initially taped in 1961 for Polydor. Accompanied by pianist Georges Arvanitas, bassist Roland Lobligeois, and drummer Philippe Combelle, Thielemans leads a primarily laid-back session with the focus on the leader, covering standards ("Willow Weep for Me" and "We'll be Together Again"), adding a soft wordless background vocal to "Satin Doll," and giving a loping treatment to Milt Jackson's "Bags' Groove." No matter that none of Thielemans' compositions have come close to matching the widespread popularity of his huge hit, "Bluesette"; two blues he wrote for this date, "Le Trottoir" and "Flirt" (the latter of which is the only track to feature his famous whistling), are very enjoyable. Even if this Verve CD reissue falls short of being an essential purchase, any fan of Toots Thielemans will want to acquire it. ~ Ken Dryden, All Music Guide
Jazz in Paris: Blues Pour Flirter
06/05/2001 | Emarcy Import
All Music Guide Review
Jazz in Paris: Blues Pour Flirter Track Listing
Credits of Jazz in Paris: Blues Pour Flirter
- Daniel Richard
- Production Coordination
- Toots Thielemans
- Guitar, Main Performer
- Alain Tercinet
- Liner Notes
- Martin Davies
- English Translations
- Christophe Henault
- Digital Remastering
- Georges Arvanitas
- Piano
- Philippe Combelle
- Drums
- Roland Lobligeois
- Double Bass



















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