Artist profile · 04/07/2026
Ben Webster
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About
Ben Webster, Master of tenor saxophone with a mellow and powerful tone.
Ben Webster's discography encompasses over 20 vinyl records spanning jazz, blues, and swing genres. Notable for his emotive playing characterized by a 'double-lips' embouchure technique that adds warmth and flexibility, Webster recorded extensively in the US and Europe from the 1930s until his passing in 1973 in Amsterdam. His jazz legacy continues to be celebrated through numerous vinyl pressings on major labels including Verve, Fontana, and Impulse! Records.
Collectors track original pressings like the 1965 Fontana mono LP of "Intimate!", with prices fluctuating between €7.53 and €52.20, showcasing the vinyl market's range.
Discography
Ben Webster discography
Studio albums, live records, compilations and radio recordings. Each album groups all its editions.
Music For Loving
Ben Webster
- Vinyl
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- Cassette
Sophisticated Lady
Ben Webster
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
For the Guv'nor
Ben Webster
- Vinyl 2
- CD 2
- Cassette
Atmosphere for Lovers and Thieves
Ben Webster
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Ben at His Best
Ben Webster
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Live at the Haarlemse Jazzclub
Ben Webster
- Vinyl 1
- CD 2
- Cassette
Last Concert
Ben Webster
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Saturday Night at the Montmartre
Ben Webster
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Midnight at the Montmartre
Ben Webster
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Sunday Morning at the Montmartre
Ben Webster
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Did You Call?
Ben Webster
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Big Ben Time
Ben Webster
- Vinyl 2
- CD 1
- Cassette
Ballads and Blues
Ben Webster
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Days of Wine and Roses
Ben Webster
- Vinyl 1
- CD 1
- Cassette 1
Live In Paris, 1972
Ben Webster
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
My Romance
Ben Webster
- Vinyl 3
- CD 2
- Cassette
Live at Pio’s
Ben Webster
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
The Jeep Is Jumping
Ben Webster
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
There Is No Greater Love
Ben Webster
- Vinyl
- CD 2
- Cassette
The Verve Years
Ben Webster
- Vinyl
- CD 1
- Cassette 1
Live: Providence, Rhode Island, 1963
Ben Webster
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Jazz & Blues
Ben Webster
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Live at the Jazzhus Montmartre, Vol. 1
Ben Webster
- Vinyl
- CD 1
- Cassette
Live at the Jazzhus Montmartre, Vol. 2
Ben Webster
- Vinyl
- CD 1
- Cassette
The Warm Moods
Ben Webster
- Vinyl 2
- CD 3
- Cassette
Baden 1972
Ben Webster
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Ben Webster
Ben Webster
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Cadillac Slim
Ben Webster
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
At Montmartre 1965-1966
Ben Webster
- Vinyl
- CD 1
- Cassette
At Ronnie Scott 1964 - The Punch
Ben Webster
- Vinyl
- CD 2
- Cassette
Confirmation
Ben Webster
- Vinyl 1
- CD 1
- Cassette
The Brute and The Beautiful
Ben Webster
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Plays Ballads
Ben Webster
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Ben Webster's First Concert in Denmark
Ben Webster
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
In Norway
Ben Webster
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Live at Kings and Queens
Ben Webster
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Ben Webster Live In Copenhagen
Ben Webster
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Valentine’s Day 1964 Live
Ben Webster
- Vinyl 1
- CD
- Cassette
From$36.00
at eBay
My Man-Live At Montmartre 1973
Ben Webster
- Vinyl 1
- CD
- Cassette
From$39.55
at eBayData provided by Discogs
Listen
Signature songs
- 01
StardustSee You At The Fair · 1964 - 02
When Your Lover Has GoneBen Webster Meets Oscar Peterson · 1959 - 03Tenderly
- 04SundayBen Webster Meets Oscar Peterson · 1959
- 05That's All
- 06In the Wee Small Hours of the MorningBen Webster Meets Oscar Peterson · 1959
- 07I Didn't Know About You
- 08My Funny Valentine
Essentials
3 Ben Webster albums you need to own
Our picks, approved by the editors.
#1 · 1965Recorded in 1965, "Intimate!" captures Webster's expressive tenor sax with eight tracks including "Gone With The Wind" and "Mack The Knife." This mono Fontana release is sought after for its warm sound quality and classic jazz repertoire.
8 tracksMonoFontana label1965 original pressing from Netherlands
#2 · 1964"See You At The Fair" is a 1964 Impulse! stereo album blending swing and jazz standards over nine tracks. Original US LP pressings remain collectible, with prices around €17.40.
9 tracksStereoImpulse! label1964 US pressing
#3 · 1960"The Soul Of Ben Webster" from 1960 is a distinctive mono LP featuring seven tracks including "Chelsea Bridge" and "Fajista," released on His Master's Voice with a rich, resonant tenor sound.
7 tracksMonoHis Master's Voice label1960 UK original pressing
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B-side
B-side: the hidden stories of Ben Webster
Studio secrets, tour stories and B-sides worth the whole album.
Ben Webster And Associates sessions in 1959
The album "Ben Webster And Associates" was recorded and released in 1959 on Verve Records, featuring a concise selection of five tracks. Its original US mono LP, catalog number MG V-8318, is a prized piece among collectors.
Ben Webster Meets Oscar Peterson - 1959
"Ben Webster Meets Oscar Peterson" is a 1959 studio album on Verve Records that brought together two jazz masters. The original LP (mono) catalogs as AS-65 and includes standards such as "Bye-bye Blackbird" and "Sunday." This pressing is highly sought for its historic pairing.
"Intimate!" original Fontana LP pressings
The 1965 original fontana mono pressing of "Intimate!" from the Netherlands (catno 683 276 JCL) has varied pricing with collectors offering from €7.53 to over €52.20, indicating diverse market demand for this jazz staple.
"His use of a 'double-lips' embouchure allowed him to seamlessly shift from breathy subtone to powerful phrasing, defining his signature sound."— Jazz analysis
Live at Montmartre - 1973
Ben Webster's live album "My Man - Live At Montmartre 1973" captures one of his final concert appearances in Copenhagen, recorded in 1973 and released by SteepleChase Records on vinyl.
Ben Webster vinyl discography
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2025-11-01Ermitage RecordsBen Webster And Associates
Ben Webster
Jazz contemporain / CoolJazz/Blues
2025-06-13DolFrom$17.55
1 offerBen Webster And Associates
Ben Webster
Jazz contemporain / CoolJazz/Blues
2025-05-09VERVEFrom$37.67
1 offerHawkins Coleman / Encounters Ben Webster
Oscar Peterson
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2025-02-21IntermusicBen Webster Meets Oscar Peterson
Ben Webster
Jazz contemporain / CoolJazz/Blues
2025-01-28VERVEFrom$29.90
1 offerAt The Renaissance
Ben Webster
Jazz contemporain / CoolJazz/Blues
2024-11-08CONCORD RECORDSFrom$27.30
1 offerBen Webster Plays Ballads (Vinyle LP) - Remasterisé
Ben Webster
Jazz/Blues
2023-04-28StoryvilleFrom$33.77
1 offerBen Webster Meets Oscar Perterson
Ben Webster
Compilations Jazz / BluesCompilations
2023-04-14IntermusicBen Webster plays Duke Ellington (Vinyle LP)
Ben Webster
Jazz contemporain / CoolJazz/Blues
2022-11-18StoryvilleFrom$35.22
1 offerValentine’s Day 1964 Live / Ben Webster (Vinyle LP)
Ben Webster
Jazz contemporain / CoolJazz/Blues
2022-07-22DOT TIME RECORDSFrom$36.00
1 offerMY MAN-LIVE AT MONTMARTRE 1973/180 GR
Ben Webster
Jazz contemporain / CoolJazz/Blues
2019-05-17STEEPLECHASE RECORDSFrom$39.55
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FAQ
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Who was Ben Webster and what genre is he known for?
Ben Webster was an American jazz tenor saxophonist known for swing and mainstream jazz from the 1930s to the 1960s.
Which Ben Webster albums are essential for vinyl collectors?
Key albums include "Intimate!" (1965), "See You At The Fair" (1964), and "The Soul Of Ben Webster" (1960), all prized for their sound quality and original pressings.
Where was Ben Webster born and where did he pass away?
Ben Webster was born in Kansas City, Missouri, in 1909 and died in Amsterdam in 1973.
What is unique about Ben Webster's saxophone technique?
He used a 'double-lips' embouchure technique that allowed a rich subtone and wide expressive range on the tenor saxophone.
Are original Ben Webster vinyl pressings rare and valuable?
Original pressings like the 1965 "Intimate!" mono LP can range widely in price, reflecting their desirability among jazz collectors.
Which labels released Ben Webster's vinyl albums?
He recorded for labels including Verve, Fontana, Impulse!, His Master's Voice, and SteepleChase Records.
What live Ben Webster vinyl albums are recommended?
"My Man - Live At Montmartre 1973" is a notable live recording on vinyl, capturing one of his last performances.
Where can I find Ben Webster vinyl albums in France?
Many Ben Webster vinyl titles are available through French distributors and European labels on sites offering original and reissued LPs.
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Sources & method
This profile is compiled by the vinyles.com editors from public sources and our marketplace.
Our method
- Discography data from MusicBrainz (dates, country, active years).
- Tracklists, covers and genres from Discogs Masters.
- Values (low / median / high) and stock from the Discogs Marketplace.
- Audience and similar artists from Last.fm.
- Page updated automatically and reviewed by the editors.