| Conversations | ||||
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| Released | 1972 | |||
| Recorded | December 5, 1971 | |||
| Venue | Queen Elizabeth Hall, London | |||
| Genre | Jazz | |||
| Label | EMI/Parlophone | |||
| Producer | Walter J Ridley | |||
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Conversations is a 1972 album showcasing three jazz drummers Buddy Rich, Louie Bellson, and Kenny Clare with the Bobby Lamb - Ray Premru Orchestra.
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