Product details
- Label Craft Recordings
- Artist Art Farmer
- Series CRAFT Recordings
- Format 1LP
- Country United States
- Released Date 2023
- Genre Jazz
- Sealed Yes
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Portrait Of Art Farmer by Art Farmer.
Art Farmer delivers transformative artistry in this essential recording.
Musical Analysis:
Art Farmer 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:
"Portrait of Art Farmer," released by Craft Recordings, is a remarkable album that showcases the multi-faceted artistry of legendary trumpeter Art Farmer. This unique collection features Farmer's masterful blend of lyrical elegance and intricate improvisation, highlighting his ability to navigate a wide array of jazz styles with a signature warmth and fluidity. What sets this album apart is its intimate atmosphere, captured through the careful arrangements that create a personal listening experience. Farmer is joined by an exceptional ensemble, which includes the revered saxophonist and composer, Wayne Shorter, whose inventive sax lines complement Farmer’s trumpet perfectly. The synergy between these musicians results in an evocative musical portrait that resonates with both jazz aficionados and casual listeners alike.
The album's meticulous remastering by Craft Recordings adds a new level of depth to Farmer's work, revealing nuances that were previously overshadowed in earlier editions. Each track tells its own story, inviting you to step into a world of rich harmonies and emotional expression. As you
Pressing Details:
Recorded in New York City April 19 & May 1, 1958 under the supervision of Nat Hentoff.
℗ 2023 & © 1958 Craft Recordings. Manufactured and Distributed by Concord.
Made in U.S.A.
In Association with Contemporary Records
(AAA) Lacquers cut from the original master tapes by Bernie Grundman
Pressed on 180-gram vinyl at QRP
The credits on tracks B1 and B2 are incorrectly reversed between rear covers and labels.
Runouts are etched.
Track Listing:
A1. Back In The Cage
A2. Stablemates
A3. The Very Thought Of You
A4. And Now...
B1. Nita
B2. By Myself
B3. Too Late Now
B4. Earth
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:
Essential for serious collectors – a piece of musical history with lasting value.
Artist: Art Farmer
Format: 1LP
Genre: Jazz
Label: Craft Recordings
Catalog Number: CR00605
Series: CRAFT Recordings
Release Year: 2023
Country: United States
Condition: Sealed (New)
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