Product details
- Label Blue Note
- Artist Horace Parlan Quintet
- Series Classic Vinyl Series
- Format 1LP
- Country United States
- Released Date 2023
- Genre Jazz
- Sealed Yes
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Speakin' My Piece by Horace Parlan Quintet.
Horace Parlan Quintet delivers transformative artistry in this essential recording.
Musical Analysis:
Horace Parlan 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:
"Speakin' My Piece," the groundbreaking album by the Horace Parlan Quintet, released under the iconic Blue Note label in 1969, offers a distinctive blend of hard bop and soulful improvisation that captures the very essence of jazz's evolution during that era. What sets this album apart is Parlan's unique playing style, influenced by his physical challenges—having been born with a partially formed right hand—which shapes his unconventional yet richly textured piano melodies. Each track is a masterclass in emotional expression, where the quintet deftly navigates the tightrope between complexity and accessibility, allowing listeners to immerse themselves fully in an auditory journey. From the poignant opening track "The Sissy," which features playful rhythmic experimentation, to the haunting depth of "A Child Is Born," this album showcases not just Parlan’s virtuosity but also the synergy among the ensemble's members, making each piece resonate with authenticity and passion.
As you delve into "Speakin' My Piece," you're not just
Pressing Details:
Comes with a plain white poly-lined inner sleeve. Shrink-wrap has a 'Blue Note Classic Vinyl Series' sticker on the front and 'Made in Germany' sticker on the back.
[Back cover and labels]
Tommy Turrentine performs by courtesy of Time Records.
A Blue Note Records release; Originally released in 1960 on Blue Note Records © 2023 Capitol Records, LLC.
Made in the EU.
Blue Note® is a registered trademark of Capitol Records, LLC.
[Back cover]
Universal International Music B.V.
LP mastering: Kevin Gray, Cohearent Audio
['Blue Note Classic Vinyl Series' sticker]
Mastered from the original analog tapes by Kevin Gray at Cohearent Audio
180 gram vinyl
[Catalog numbers]
4859550 - spine, back cover, labels
00602448595508 - back cover, labels
ST-84043 - back cover
84043 - front cover, spine
BST 84043 - labels
Recorded on July 14, 1960.
Runouts are etched. In variant 2, '1 I' is mirrored on both sides, the 'B' in "AB̶1' on side A and 'A' in 'BA̶1' on side B have been scratched over.
Track Listing:
A1. Wadin'
A2. Up In Cynthia's Room
A3. Borderline
B1. Rastus
B2. Oh So Blue
B3. Speakin' My Piece
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: Horace Parlan Quintet
Format: 1LP
Genre: Jazz
Label: Blue Note
Catalog Number: 4859550
Series: Classic Vinyl Series
Release Year: 2023
Country: United States
Condition: Sealed (New)
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