Braff's 1955 album, "Swinging With Ruby Braff," features the cornetist in a classic small-group setting, performing standards with his signature melodic inventiveness. The recording captures Braff at a pivotal moment in his career, solidifying his reputation as a distinctive voice in contemporary jazz.
- The album was recorded on November 29, 1955, at Reeves Sound Studios in New York City.
- The lineup includes pianist Dick Hyman, guitarist Everett Barksdale, bassist Arnold Fishkin, and drummer Bobby Donaldson.
- CoolNote Records was a subsidiary of RCA Victor, established to compete in the growing cool jazz market.
Ruby Braff was a cornetist from Boston, known for his lyrical, old-school jazz style. In 1955, he was a rising star in the cool jazz scene, just a year after his breakthrough performances at Birdland.
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