This exceptional vinyl release combines two of Miles Davis' most acclaimed orchestral jazz albums from his legendary collaboration with arranger Gil Evans. Porgy and Bess, originally released in 1959, showcases Davis' innovative interpretations of George Gershwin's beloved opera, while Sketches of Spain demonstrates his masterful exploration of Spanish musical themes and textures.
These recordings represent Miles Davis at his most adventurous, moving beyond traditional small-group jazz to create lush, cinematic soundscapes that reveal new emotional depths in familiar melodies. From the bittersweet romance of "Bess, You Is My Woman Now" to the iconic "Summertime," this collection captures Davis' trumpet at its most expressive, supported by Gil Evans' brilliant orchestral arrangements that helped define the sound of modern jazz.
- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Vinyl Passion
- Genre: Jazz
- Release Date: 2010
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TRACKS
A1. Buzzard Song
A2. Bess, You Is My Woman Now
A3. Gone
A4. Gone, Gone, Gone
A5. Summertime
A6. Oh Bess, Oh Where's My Bess
B1. Prayer (Oh Doctor Jesus)
B2. Fishermen, Strawberry And Devil Crab
B3. My Man's Gone Now
B4. It Ain't Necessarily So
B5. Here Come De Honey Man
B6. I Loves You, Porgy
B7. There's A Boat That's Leaving Soon For New York
C1. Concierto De Aranjuez (Adagio)
C2. Will O' The Wisp
D1. The Pan Piper
D2. Saeta
D3. Solea
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