“Tin Roof Blues” [Take B] – New Orleans Rhythm Kings (1923)

One of the classics of early jazz by the New Orleans Rhythm Kings, also known as Friar’s Society Orchestra.

Leon Roppolo’s “spectral” clarinet solo is particularly noteworthy due to its ghostly timbre and expressive vibrato.

Recorded in Richmond, Indiana on March 13, 1923.
Released as Gennett 5105

Credits
Paul Mares – cornet
George Brunies – trombone
Leon Roppolo – clarinet
Mel Stitzel – piano
Ben Pollack – drums