
Donald Byrd’s At The Half Note Cafe Volume 1 captures the legendary trumpeter and his band in peak form, recorded live at the iconic Half Note Cafe in New York City on November 11, 1960. The album brims with the energy and spontaneity that defines Byrd’s finest work, featuring inspired interplay and dynamic improvisation within a classic jazz quartet setting.
This release is celebrated for its outstanding live sound quality, expertly captured by engineer Rudy Van Gelder, preserving the warm and vibrant atmosphere of the night. Jazz enthusiasts will appreciate the remarkable performance and synergy between Byrd and saxophonist Pepper Adams, making this Blue Note release a standout document of 1960s jazz history.
- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Blue Note
- Genre: Jazz
- Release Date: 2015
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TRACKS
A1. My Girl Shirl
A2. Soulful Kiddy
B1. A Portrait Of Jennie
B2. Cecile
B3. The Theme
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