Mingus Ah Um stands as one of Charles Mingus’s most celebrated masterpieces, recorded at the height of his creative powers in 1959. Fusing hard-hitting post-bop with soulful blues and gospel influences, Mingus and his stellar sextet push the boundaries of jazz with vibrant melodies and powerful improvisation on every track. Widely recognized as a landmark of the genre, the album captures the energy and emotion that made Mingus a visionary composer and bandleader.
This deluxe edition features imagery from renowned French photographer Jean-Pierre Leloir, with the iconic cover showing Mingus at the Théâtre des Champs Elysées in Paris. With standout pieces like “Fables of Faubus” and “Jelly Roll,” the album offers a brilliant glimpse into Mingus’s creative range — making it an essential addition for jazz lovers and devoted fans alike.
- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Jazz Images
- Genre: Jazz
- Release Date: 10/21/2016
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TRACKS
A1. Better Git It In Your Soul
A2. Goodbye Pork Pie Hat
A3. Boogie Stop Shuffle
A4. Self-Portrait In Three Colors
A5. Open Letter To Duke
B1. Bird Calls
B2. Fables Of Faubus
B3. Pussy Cat Dues
B4. Jelly Roll
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