Shelly Manne
Drums Solo on
I'm An Old Cowhand

About

Shelly Manne's drums solo is the last of three solos on this recording, following Ray Brown on acoustic bass. Spanning two choruses of the 18-bar form in E♭ at a brisk 176 BPM with a swing feel, his solo is full of thematic development, rhythmic displacement, and the kind of motivic logic that made him the most admired improviser of his generation. Manne's drum solo showcases rhythmic creativity and dynamic control, using the full kit to create a compelling musical statement that transcends mere technical display.

Shelly Manne was 36 to 37 years old at the time.