How Dry I Am Blues – Harry James, 1951

How Dry I Am Blues – Harry James and his Orchestra Recorded June 28, 1951 in Hollywood, California (Matrix # RHCO 4531-1) Released on Columbia 39582, 4-39582, C1859 (Canada), D.C. 633 (UK), and DYC 147 (EU). Reissued on Big Band Archives LP 2202 and Sepia 1331. Written by Ray Conniff and Harry James Trumpet and Leader – Harry James Trumpet – Nick Buono, Phil Cook, Everett McDonald, Ralph Osborn Trombone – Lew McCreary, Jimmy Priddy, Hal Smith, Ray Conniff Alto Saxophone – Mascagni “Musky“ Ruffo, Rene Bloch Tenor Saxophone – Herb Steward Tenor Saxophone, Clarinet – Francis “Polly” Polifroni Baritone Saxophone – Bob Poland Piano – Bruce McDonald Guitar – Bob Bain Bass – Ed Mihelich Drums – Jackie Mills