A Night At Birdland Volume 1 - Art Blakey Quintet (1977) (1LP Vinyl, Japan, Mono) - Near Mint (NM)
Product details
- Label Blue Note
- Artist Art Blakey Quintet
- Format 1LP
- Country Japan
- Released Date 1977
- Genre Jazz
- Sealed No
- Media Condition Near Mint (NM)
- Sleeve Condition Near Mint (NM)
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Condition: Used
Media Condition: Near Mint (NM)
Sleeve Condition: Near Mint (NM), no OBI
A Night At Birdland Volume 1 by Art Blakey Quintet.
Art Blakey's Jazz Messengers – the ultimate finishing school for future jazz stars.
Musical Analysis:
Art Blakey Quintet leads with distinctive artistry, creating intricate interplay between musicians. The harmonic progressions and rhythm section showcase the evolution of jazz with spontaneous brilliance.
Album Story:
"A Night At Birdland Volume 1" by the Art Blakey Quintet is a landmark album that captures the exhilarating spirit of live jazz during the golden era. Recorded at the famed Birdland jazz club in New York City in 1954, this album showcases the raw energy and improvisational prowess of Blakey and his band. With a lineup that features the incredible talents of Wayne Shorter, Lee Morgan, Bobby Hutcherson, and Jymie Merritt, the quintet seamlessly blends hard bop with expressive melodies, bringing an electrifying experience that transports listeners straight to the vibrant heart of a bustling jazz scene. The album not only highlights the individual virtuosity of each musician but also their chemistry as a collective, epitomizing the dynamic nature of live performances.
What sets "A Night At Birdland Volume 1" apart is its authentic representation of the live jazz experience, allowing listeners to feel as if they are part of the audience, swept away by the passionate exchanges between instruments. Bl
Pressing Details:
Track Listing:
A1. Split Kick
A2. Once In A While
A3. Quicksilver
B1. A Night In Tunisia
B2. Mayreh
Credits:
Lou Donaldson - Alto Saxophone [Alto Sax]
Reid Miles - Design [Cover]
Curly Russell - Double Bass [Bass]
Art Blakey - Drums
Leonard Feather - Liner Notes
Teruo Isono - Liner Notes
Francis Wolff - Photography By [Photo]
Horace Silver - Piano
Rudy Van Gelder - Recorded By [Recording By]
Clifford Brown - Trumpet
Notes:
Recorded live on February 21st, 1954. Originally released in 1956 as BLP 1521.
Rear cover:
Made in Japan
Runouts are stamped.
Sound Quality:
Exceptional dynamic range captures every nuance – tight bass, warm midrange, crisp highs. High-quality pressing with excellent tracking and quiet surfaces.
Collector's Notes:
Blue Note's legendary sound engineering delivers exceptional quality. Essential for serious collectors – a piece of musical history with lasting value.
Artist: Art Blakey Quintet
Format: 1LP
Genre: Jazz
Label: Blue Note
Catalog Number: GXF 3003(M)
Release Year: 1977
Country: Japan
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