In December 1957, “Riverside” label released “The Chicago Sound”, the only Wilbur Ware album. It was recorded in October – November 1957, at “Reeves Sound Studios” in New York City, and was produced by Orrin Keepnews.

Personnel:

• Wilbur Ware – bass
• Johnny Griffin – tenor saxophone
• John Jenkins – alto saxophone
• Junior Mance – piano
• Wilbur Campbell, Frankie Dunlop – drums

Track listing:

All tracks Wilbur Ware except where noted.

1. Mamma-Daddy
2. Body and Soul – Frank Eyton, Johnny Green, Edward Heyman, Robert Sour
3. Desert Sands – Paul Dunlap, Edward Heyman, Stuff Smith
4. 31st and State
5. Lullaby of the Leaves – Bernice Petkere, Joe Young
6. Latin Quarters – John Jenkins
7. Be-Ware – John Jenkins
8. The Man I Love – George Gershwin, Ira Gershwin