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During five decades as a big band leader, Gerald Wilson has earned his share of accolades, among them three Grammy Nominations and the NEA Jazz Master Fellowship, as well as having his works archived by the Library of Congress. Suite Memories: Reflections on a Jazz Journey is the spoken-word biography of this master. Wilson movingly recounts his experiences working with legendary jazz artists such as Basie, Ellington and Gillespie. A unique collector's edition double album with 16 pages of photos and biographical notes. TRACK LISTING: 1.My First Baton 2.Shelby, Mississippi 3.Jimmie Lunceford 4.Two Tickets, Please 5.In the Navy 6.My First Band 7.Duke Ellington 8.Jimmy Blanton 9.Count Basie 10.Bennie Carter