Video: Woody Shaw, Jackie McLean, Cedar Walton, Buster Williams & Billy Higgins: "Cool Struttin" Live At Mt. Fuji Jazz Fest 1986

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While this site is primarily focused on the art of Jazz music through collecting vintage vinyl, it is important to remember that Jazz is always at it's best in a live setting, so from time to time I will offer up some performance clips for your viewing - and listening - pleasure. 

Woody Shaw (trumpet), Jackie McLean (alto), Cedar Walton (piano), Buster Williams (bass) and Billy Higgins (drums) took the stage at the 1986 Mt. Fuji Jazz Festival and performed a burning take of the Sonny Clark classic "Cool Struttin'." Five legendary players tearing through a legendary jazz classic, what more could you want?