Recorded on September 26, 1962, Duke Ellington & John Coltrane brought together two of jazz's most towering figures for a session that defied expectations. What could have been an awkward generational clash instead became a remarkably cohesive meeting of minds, with Ellington graciously stepping into a supportive role to allow Coltrane's "fiercely tender" voice to shine. Originally released on Impulse! Records in 1963, this album stands as one of the most celebrated collaborative recordings in jazz history.
The interplay throughout the album is nothing short of extraordinary, highlighted by their now-classic rendition of "In a Sentimental Mood" and Billy Strayhorn's deeply moving "My Little Brown Book." The session features alternating rhythm sections from both artists' bands, adding layers of texture and contrast that keep the music feeling fresh and dynamic. This 2022 Verve Acoustic Sounds Series reissue, cut by Ryan Smith and pressed in the U.S.A., delivers the warmth and depth this timeless recording deserves.
- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Impulse!
- Genre: Jazz
- Release Date: 03/11/2022
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TRACKS
A1. In A Sentimental Mood
A2. Take The Coltrane
A3. Big Nick
A4. Stevie
B1. My Little Brown Book
B2. Angelica
B3. The Feeling Of Jazz
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