The Alternative Takes series is of immense value to consumers of the "French Classics" CD series. These are alternate takes in chronological order of historic jazz (and some blues) with a strong representation of the swing era. The Alternative Takes: 1935-1945 contains 25 Bud Freeman tracks on a single disc including multiple takes of "You Took Advantage of Me," "What's the Use?," and "Memories of You." While the disc is definitely directed toward collectors, anyone with an interest in this period of jazz will also enjoy it.