Jesper Thilo Quintet Featuring Harry Edison

Released in 1986 on the Danish jazz label Storyville, this record documents a collaboration between Danish saxophonist Jesper Thilo and the legendary American trumpeter Harry 'Sweets' Edison. The session captures a period where Scandinavian jazz clubs frequently hosted American expatriates and touring legends, creating a bridge between the American swing tradition and the flourishing European jazz scene of the 1980s.

The album reflects the classic, understated style associated with both musicians, particularly Edison’s hallmark muted trumpet work, which he perfected during his tenure with the Count Basie Orchestra. As a quintet recording, it emphasizes a shared, conversational approach to jazz standards, produced under the careful curation of Storyville, a label long dedicated to preserving the legacy of mainstream and swing-era jazz through high-quality live and studio documentation.