This single CD from the European label has all of 26 prewar recordings as a leader. Two solo numbers are from 1930, including ; there are a couple songs from 1931 and four duets with guitarist from 1935. The remainder of this release features during a marathon session on Oct. 16, 1936 that resulted in 18 solo selections. All the numbers except the final three on this CD have vocals by , but the most rewarding selections are those three instrumentals. On and shows just how talented a pianist he was, making one regret that he felt compelled to sing (in a likable but not particularly distinctive voice) on all of the other numbers. A very complete and historic set. ~ Scott Yanow