Steve Lacy: The Complete Whitey Mitchell Sessions [2LPs on 1CD!]

Avant Jazz / Free Improvisation / Avant-Garde
premiera polska: 2011-06-01
kontynent: Ameryka Północna
kraj: USA
opakowanie: Jewelcaseowe etui
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Editor's info:
A Landmark Release By Soprano Saxophone Legend Steve Lacy.

"While Lacy's later career is well documented, it is rare to find such an outstanding recording from his earlier days. An exceptional release that showcases the development of one of jazz's finest soprano saxophonists." - Tom Wilmington, The San Francisco Chronicle Considered the first modern soprano saxophonist, Steve Lacy propelled the instrument from classic Dixieland romps to the cutting edge of avantgarde jazz and back again. He is also one of a handful of saxophonists to truly master the soprano and to establish a unique voice on the instrument, along with Bechet, John Coltrane, Wayne Shorter and Dave Liebman. This particular release features two rare 1956 sessions of Steve Lacy during the early stages of his legendary career. The dates comprise the inimitable saxophonist's complete discography with bassist Whitey Mitchell and tenor horn innovator Tom Stewart. The release also features such fine musicians as Herbie Mann, Don Stratton, Joe Puma, Dave McKenna and Osie Johnson.

"Steve Lacy is one of the most consistently creative improvisers in jazz, a true master of music. As a saxophonist, he sends me to the woodshed every time I hear him." - Joe Lovano

During a career that spans over 50 years, Steve Lacy has become one of the most versatile musicians in jazz. Apart from working in nearly every style, he has also appeared in settings ranging from solo soprano saxophone concerts to small band, big band and multi-media performances. Lacy has also become a highly regarded composer whose writing is as individual as his saxophone playing.

"For as long as I can remember, Steve Lacy has represented the sound of the soprano saxophone. Influenced by Sydney Bechet, he went on to influence every soprano player thereafter. His music has always been very personal (and that still is the name of the game!) and, always looking for new ways to put things together." - Lee Konitz

2 ALBUMS ON 1 CD!
Including the two complete original albums:
ABC-Paramount ABC 117 Tom Stewart with Steve Lacy "Sextette/ Quintette"
ABC-Paramount ABC 126 Whitey Mitchell with Steve Lacy "W.M. Sextette

muzycy:
Bill Bradley, Jr.: drums
Osie Johnson: drums
Steve Lacy: sax (soprano)
Al Levitt: drums
Herbie Mann: flute (alto), sax (tenor)
Dave McKenna: piano
Whitey Mitchell: bass
Joe Puma: guitar
Tom Stewart: horn (tenor)
Don Stratton: trumpet

utwory:
1. It Could Happen to You 3:12 (Van Heusen-Burke)
2. Lover Man 3:09 (Weill-Anderson)
3. Strike Up the Band 2:00 (Gershwin)
4. I Let a Song Go Out of My Heart 2:57 (Ellington-Mills-Nemo)
5. Once In a While 3:33 (Edwards-Green)
6. Young Lesley 3:41 (Mitchell)
7. You Stepped Out of a Dream 3:10 (Brown-Kahn)
8. Over the Rainbow 2:57 (Arlen-Harburg)
9. Perdido 3:11 (Tizol-Lengsfelder)
10. Why Don't You Take Up the Piccolo? 3:03 (Mitchell)
11. Rosetta 3:19 (Hines-Woode)
12. Gee Baby, Ain't I Good to You 3:29 (Redman-Razaf)
13. Out of Nowhere 2:39 (Heyman-Green)
14. My Heart Is a Hobo 3:06 (Burke-Van Heusen)
15. Fidgety Feet 3:18 (G. Gershwin-I. Gershwin)
16. Potatoes 3:10 (Garcia)
17. Let's Get Lost 2:04 (McHugh-Loesser)
18. Spain 2:38 (Jones-Kahn)
19. The Things I Love 3:45 (Barlow-Harris)
20. Some of These Days 3:04 (Brooks)
21. Give Me the Simple Life 3:35 (Ruby-Bloom)
22. Indian Blanket 3:55 (Puma)

total time - 69:11
nagrano: Recorded in New York, 1956

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