Dave Robaire
Acoustic Bass Solo on
Stompin' At The Savoy

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Dave Robaire's acoustic bass solo is the first of two solos on this performance, followed by Bob Sheppard on tenor sax. Spanning two choruses of the 32-bar AABA form in D♭ at a brisk 176 BPM with a swing feel, Robaire contributes bass solos on five of the seven pieces, and Euman takes drum features on the de Paul and Evans tunes. Robaire's acoustic bass solo demonstrates both technical facility and a strong melodic sensibility, showcasing the instrument's expressive potential beyond its accompanimental role.

Dave Robaire was 33 to 34 years old at the time.