Artist page · 04/07/2026

Ben Webster

Kansas CityBorn in 1909Compilations20 vinyl albums

Ben Webster, born in 1909 in Kansas City, Missouri, was a prominent American jazz saxophonist known for his rich tenor tone and subtone mastery. His career spanned the swing era into the 1960s with notable recordings and collaborations.

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Over 20 vinyl albums with top originals and reissues featuring iconic jazz collaborations.

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, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.

Black Lion Records · 1977

1977

Sunday Morning At The Montmartre

Vinyl, LP, Album

Studio

Black Lion Records · 1977

1977

Midnight At The Montmartre

Vinyl, LP, Album

Studio

Black Lion Records · 1976

1976

Saturday Night At The Montmartre

Vinyl, LP, Album, Reissue

Studio

Famous Door · 1975

1975

Here Swings The Judge

Vinyl, LP, Album

Studio

Verve Records · 1974

1974

Previously Unreleased Recordings

Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo

Studio

IAJRC · 1973

1973

Battle Of Tenor Saxes

Vinyl, LP, Album

Studio

Ensayo · 1973

1973

Gentle Ben

Vinyl, LP, Album

Studio

SteepleChase · 1973

1973

My Man - Live At Montmartre 1973

Vinyl, LP, Album

Live

EMI · 1973

1973

Last Concert

Vinyl, LP, Album

Studio

Black Lion Records · 1972

1972

Swingin' In London

Vinyl, LP, Album

Studio

RCA Victor · 1972

1972

Ben At His Best

Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo

Studio

Futura Records · 1972

1972

Autumn Leaves

Vinyl, LP, Album

Studio

Columbia · 1970

1970

For The Guv'nor

Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo

Studio

Ember Records · 1969

1969

Ben Webster At Ease

Vinyl, LP, Album

Studio

Catfish · 1969

1969

Blow Ben, Blow!

Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo

Studio

Black Lion Records · 1969

1969

Duke's In Bed!

Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo

Studio

SABA · 1968

1968

Ben Webster Meets Don Byas

Vinyl, LP, Album

Studio

Fontana · 1967

1967

Tenor Of Jazz

Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono

Studio

Fontana · 1967

1967

Big Ben Time!

Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono

Studio

International Polydor Production · 1966

1966

Blue Light

Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo

Studio

Fontana · 1965

1965

Intimate!

Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo

Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo

Studio

Cameo · 1963

1963

More (Theme From Mondo Cane)

Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono

Studio

Riverside Records · 1963

1963

Soulmates

Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono

Studio

Prestige Swingville · 1962

1962

BBB & Co.

Vinyl, LP, Album

Studio

Columbia · 1962

1962

Wanted To Do One Together

Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo

Studio

Reprise Records · 1961

1961

The Warm Moods

Vinyl, LP, Mono, Album

Studio

Reprise Records · 1961

1961

Roots

Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono

Studio

Verve Records · 1960

1960

The Soul Of Ben Webster

Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono

Studio

Verve Records · 1960

1960

Gerry Mulligan Meets Ben Webster

Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono

Studio

Verve Records · 1959

1959

Ben Webster Meets Oscar Peterson

Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono

Studio

Verve Records · 1959

1959

Ben Webster And Associates

Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono

Studio

Verve Records · 1959

1959

Coleman Hawkins Encounters Ben Webster

Vinyl, LP, Album

Studio

Verve Records · 1958

1958

The Art Tatum • Ben Webster Quartet

Vinyl, LP, Album

Studio

Clef Records · 1955

1955

"The Kid" And "The Brute"

Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono

Studio

Norgran Records · 1954

1954

The Consummate Artistry of Ben Webster

Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono

Studio

Black Lion Records ·

There Is No Greater Love

CD, Album, Reissue

Studio

Sackville Recordings ·

Ben And Buck

CD, Album

Studio

Philips ·

Webster's Dictionary

Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo

Studio

IAJRC ·

He Played it That Way

Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo

Studio

Studio album Live / EP

Playlist

Signature tracks

The tracks that sum up Ben Webster's career.

Stardust

See You At The Fair · 1964

When Your Lover Has Gone

Ben Webster Meets Oscar Peterson · 1959

Tenderly

Sunday

Ben Webster Meets Oscar Peterson · 1959

That's All

In the Wee Small Hours of the Morning

Ben Webster Meets Oscar Peterson · 1959

I Didn't Know About You

My Funny Valentine

The essentials

The 3 Ben Webster albums you absolutely need

Our pick, validated by the editorial team.

#1 · 1965

LP, Mono

Intimate!

Recorded 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

LP, Album, Stereo

See You At The Fair

"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

LP, Album, Mono

The Soul Of Ben Webster

"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

Go further

Artists similar to Ben Webster

Artists who share part of Ben Webster's musical DNA.

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Face B

Side B: the hidden stories of Ben Webster

Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.

"His use of a 'double-lips' embouchure allowed him to seamlessly shift from breathy subtone to powerful phrasing, defining his signature sound."

— Jazz analysis

01Recording

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.

1959United States

02Collaboration

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.

1959United States

03Pressings

"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.

1965Netherlands

04Live Recording

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.

1973Copenhagen

Records by Ben Webster

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Gone With The Wind

Ben Webster

Free Jazz Jazz/Blues

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Stormy Weather

Ben Webster

Gospel Jazz/Blues

Dec 12, 2025 Org Music

From $24.78 1 offer

King Of The Tenors

Ben Webster

Contemporary Jazz / Cool Jazz/Blues

Nov 14, 2025 VERVE

From $40.00 1 offer

King Of The Tenors

Ben Webster

Ben Webster

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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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Last updated: 04/07/2026

Ben Webster

Ben Webster, Master of tenor saxophone with a mellow and powerful tone.

Ben Webster And Associates sessions in 1959

Ben Webster Meets Oscar Peterson - 1959

"Intimate!" original Fontana LP pressings

Live at Montmartre - 1973

Records by Ben Webster

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