The Happy Blues

The Happy Blues is an album by saxophonist Gene Ammons recorded in 1956 and released on the Prestige label.

Reception
The AllMusic review by Scott Yanow stated: "This is one of the great studio jam sessions... a highly recommended set".

Track listing

 * 1) "The Happy Blues" (Art Farmer) – 12:08
 * 2) "The Great Lie" (Cab Calloway, Andy Gibson) – 8:42
 * 3) "Can't We Be Friends?" (Paul James, Kay Swift) – 12:54
 * 4) "Madhouse" (Jackie McLean) – 6:42

Personnel

 * Gene Ammons – tenor saxophone
 * Art Farmer – trumpet
 * Jackie McLean – alto saxophone
 * Duke Jordan – piano
 * Addison Farmer – bass
 * Art Taylor – drums
 * Candido – congas