Brass/Trio, released in 1958 on Verve Records, is an unusual two-sided statement from saxophonist Sonny Rollins pairing a full brass ensemble session on one side with a stripped-down saxophone trio on the other. The first half features Rollins with a brass ensemble arranged and conducted by Ernie Wilkins, recorded in New York in July 1958. The lineup includes trumpeter Harry Sweets Edison, trombonists J.J. Johnson and Jimmy Cleveland, and tuba player Don Butterfield, supported by a rhythm section of pianist Dick Katz, guitarist Rene Thomas, bassist Henry Grimes, and drummer Roy Haynes. Together, they provide a swinging, harmonically rich backdrop for Rollins on standards like Who Cares? and Love Is A Simple Thing. The second half was recorded days later in Los Angeles with bassist Henry Grimes and drummer Specs Wright a pared-down trio setting that emphasizes Rollins rhythmic command and melodic elasticity. Tracks like Raincheck, My One and Only Love, and Just in Time showcase his ability to move effortlessly between ballad interpretation and fleet improvisation. The Verve Vault series is always mastered from analog tapes and pressed on 180g vinyl at Optimal.

Tracklist:
Side A
1. Who Cares?
2. Love Is A Simple Thing
3. Grand Street
4. Far Out East

Side B
1. Whats My Name?
2. If You Were The Only Girl In The World
3. Manhattan
4. Body & Soul