In August 1962, “Riverside” label released “The Kerry Dancers“, album by Johnny Griffin Quartet (the 16th Johnny Griffin album overall). It was recorded December 1961 – January 1962, at “Plaza Sound Studios” in New York City, and was produced by Orin Keepnews.
Personnel:
- Johnny Griffin — tenor saxophone
- Barry Harris – piano
- Ron Carter – bass
- Ben Riley – drums
Track listing:
- The Kerry Dancers – traditional
- Black Is the Color of My True Love’s Hair – traditional
- Green Grow the Rushes – traditional
- The Londonderry Air – traditional
- 25½ Daze – Sara Cassey
- Oh, Now I See – Johnny Griffin
- Hush-a-Bye – traditional
- Ballad for Monsieur – Sara Cassey
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