(2-CD set for the price of one CD) This collection follows the early career of the great tenor saxophonist Zoot Sims, whose lyrical yet swinging style was a key jazz voice for many years. This set includes Zoot's first recordings, made with the Woody Herman band as well as work with Stan Kenton and several small group line-ups. Presented with a fully illustrated booklet and discography as well as rare photographs.