“Let’s Have a Showdown” – Clarence Williams & his Orchestra (1934)

A lively tune by Clarence Williams and friends from 1934. Despite the label, Williams does not sing on this one.

Instead, we get some excellent ensemble playing and soaring solos by Cecil Scott (cl), James P. Johnson (p), an unknown trombonist, and Ed Allen (c).

Three days after this recording was made, Williams and Eva Taylor performed at the Harlem Opera House with James P. Johnson providing piano accompaniment.

Recorded in New York City on February 7, 1934.
Released as Vocalion 2759.

Credits:
Ed Allen – cornet
Cecil Scott – clarinet
Unknown Artist – trombone
Clarence Williams – piano
James P. Johnson – piano solo
Roy Smeck – guitar
Cyrus St. Clair – tuba

The flip side, “I’m Gonna Wash My Sins Away” can be heard at:
https://youtu.be/PGtTdO_fYP8