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1. GHANA
2. LITTLE BOY BLUE
3. GATE CITY
4. LEX
5. "BO"
6. MY GIRL SHIRL |
 | | Description: | The high-spirited soloing of trumpeter Donald Byrd and tenor saxophonist Hank Mobley on ??Ghana? ?? the opening track of Byrd In Flight ?? lets listeners know that they are in for an exceptional musical experience.
In addition to Mobley, Byrd is joined by Jackie Mclean on alto saxophone, Duke Pearson on piano, bassists Doug Watkins and Reggie Workman, and drummer Lex Humphries on these sessions from 1960.
Other highlights include Byrd??s stunning ballad tour-de-force on ??Little Girl Blue? and the hard bop swingers ??My Girl Shirl? and ??Lex,? the latter featuring an especially soulful solo from Mobley. - Japanese reissue, part of Universal Japan's Hard-to-get Jazz hidden masterpieces series. Available for a limited time. Universal. 2021."Byrd In Flight" is a classic jazz album by the legendary trumpeter Donald Byrd, released on CD by the renowned label Blue Note. Originally recorded in 1960, this record showcases Byrd at his creative peak, blending hard bop with soulful melodies and intricate improvisations. The album features an all-star lineup including Jackie McLean on alto saxophone and Hank Mobley on tenor saxophone, delivering dynamic performances across tracks like "Ghana," "Lex," and "My Girl Shirl." Donald Byrd was one of the most influential figures in jazz trumpet history, known for his innovative approach that bridged traditional bebop with emerging soul-jazz styles. Over his prolific career, he collaborated with legends such as Art Blakey and Herbie Hancock and left an indelible mark through both performance and education. Blue Note Records stands as a pillar of jazz music since its founding in 1939; their commitment to high-quality recordings has made them home to countless iconic releases from artists like Miles Davis, John Coltrane, and Thelonious Monk. | | | Manufacturer No.: |
UCCU-8102 |
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