September 21 is the anniversary of a very important recording session in 1956. "Whims Of Chambers" was Paul Chambers' debut as a leader on the Blue Note label; it features an all-star lineup with Donald Byrd, John Coltrane, Kenny Burrell, Horace Silver, and Philly Joe Jones. Three of Paul's songs were recorded: Dear Ann, Tale Of The Fingers, and Whims Of Chambers. Besides the lead sheets, we have bass transcriptions which cover everything Paul played on all three songs - melody, solos, and walking. Also check out Don Sickler's unique arrangement of Whims Of Chambers for four basses, originally recorded with then 13-year-old bassist Daryl Johns overdubbing on all parts. More arrangements from this multiple-bass project are coming soon.
