Tre dischi strepitosi.Due grandi
prematuramente scomparsi.
Booker Little e lo stupendo bass
Scott La Faro.
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On June 25th, 1961, Bill Evans and his trio made jazz history over the course of five sets at the Village Vanguard. Selections from those performances were released on two full-length LPs, WALTZ FOR DEBBY and Sunday AT THE VILLAGE VANGUARD, ... Full Descriptionboth of which went on to become landmark jazz albums from the era. The three-disc COMPLETE VILLAGE VANGUARD RECORDINGS provides a valuable service by presenting all five sets in their complete and original sequence, with crisp remastered sound, a previously unissued take (Scott LaFaro's "Gloria's Step"), and snippets of on-stage patter.
Much has been made of the chemistry between Evans, bassist LaFaro, and drummer Paul Motian, and little of it has been overblown. The three make intuitive, shape-shifting music that breaks new ground with its subtle, sophisticated rhythmic interplay and achingly lyrical beauty. Evans's playing, informed by a Chopin-esque delicacy as much as by post-bop dynamism, is a case study of the jazz ideal achieved. The music, the improved sound, and the chance to have the complete date under one cover make this set a must.
Live Recording
Bill Evans Trio: Bill Evans (piano); Scott LaFaro (double bass); Paul Motian (drums).
Liner Note Author: Orrin Keepnews.
Recording information: The Village Vanguard, New York, New York (1961).
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Much has been made of the chemistry between Evans, bassist LaFaro, and drummer Paul Motian, and little of it has been overblown. The three make intuitive, shape-shifting music that breaks new ground with its subtle, sophisticated rhythmic interplay and achingly lyrical beauty. Evans's playing, informed by a Chopin-esque delicacy as much as by post-bop dynamism, is a case study of the jazz ideal achieved. The music, the improved sound, and the chance to have the complete date under one cover make this set a must.
Live Recording
Bill Evans Trio: Bill Evans (piano); Scott LaFaro (double bass); Paul Motian (drums).
Liner Note Author: Orrin Keepnews.
Recording information: The Village Vanguard, New York, New York (1961).
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OUT FRONT - The brilliant young post-bop trumpeter Booker Little is heard here accompanied by an all-star band, including the saxophonist Eric Dolphy, the bassist Ron Carter, and the drummer Max Roach, on a set that combines elements of bop and cool jazz, as well as Little's own imaginative flourishes, which display an authority and potential far beyond his mere 23 years.
A growing number of younger jazzmen in the early 1960s were exploring ways to further expand their range and depth of communication. One of the quieter but most intense searchers was Booker Little, a 23-year-old Memphis born trumpet player who has become
Digitally remastered by Mark Tomase (2000, Grace Note).
Recorded at Nola Penthouse Studios, New York, New York on March 17 & April 4, 1961. Includes liner notes by Nat Hentoff.
Personnel: Booker Little (trumpet); Eric Dolphy (alto saxophone, flute, bass clarinet); Julian Priester (trombone); Max Roach (vibraphone, drums, tympani); Don Friedman (piano); Ron Carter, Art Davis (bass).
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LIVE AT FIVE SPOT - -----------This cd is the first three main recordings to feature this quintet's stay at the Five Spot cafe in 1961. The other releases featuring this set are vol. 2 and the Memorial Album. It also has been released in piecemeal fashion on various records and cds as well as the massive Complete Prestige Recordings boxed set. The stellar line up is full of lesser known musicians, but these are some of the heavyweights of their craft. Dolphy is heard on alto sax and bass clarinet, Mal Waldron on piano, Richard Davis on bass, Ed Blackwell on drums, and the near forgotten Booker Little on trumpet, he died just three months after this date at only 23! The music on this cd is comprised of three lengthy originals, and one alternate take, which allow the soloists to stretch out and really burn, and burn they do! It is easy to find recordings of Dolphy tearing up solos on alto sax, bass clarinet, clarinet, or even flute, but it is hard to think of a session where he does it with such fire! His alto solos on Waldron's Fire Waltz and his own The Prophet are perfect examples of his near vocalization of notes. His bass clarinet solo on Little's Bee Vamp will open new ears to a unique sound on a unique solo instrument. Booker Little solos with fire and a beautiful tone, his idea's are a near match for Dolphy's wild musical imagination. Hearing Little here makes one wonder what may have been had he lived longer! Mal Waldron shines on his solo on Bee Vamp. Alot is written about his out of tune piano, but it somehow fits right into his unique style, as well as that of the leadmen. With no room for Richard Davis' flawless bass work or Ed Blackwell's unorthidox drumming to stretch and solo, one is still struck by the fluid but solid foundation they set for this outstanding live date. If one is looking for an introduction to the unbelieveable sound and talent of Eric Dolphy, I highly recommend this is the place to start!
A growing number of younger jazzmen in the early 1960s were exploring ways to further expand their range and depth of communication. One of the quieter but most intense searchers was Booker Little, a 23-year-old Memphis born trumpet player who has become
Digitally remastered by Mark Tomase (2000, Grace Note).
Recorded at Nola Penthouse Studios, New York, New York on March 17 & April 4, 1961. Includes liner notes by Nat Hentoff.
Personnel: Booker Little (trumpet); Eric Dolphy (alto saxophone, flute, bass clarinet); Julian Priester (trombone); Max Roach (vibraphone, drums, tympani); Don Friedman (piano); Ron Carter, Art Davis (bass).
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LIVE AT FIVE SPOT - -----------This cd is the first three main recordings to feature this quintet's stay at the Five Spot cafe in 1961. The other releases featuring this set are vol. 2 and the Memorial Album. It also has been released in piecemeal fashion on various records and cds as well as the massive Complete Prestige Recordings boxed set. The stellar line up is full of lesser known musicians, but these are some of the heavyweights of their craft. Dolphy is heard on alto sax and bass clarinet, Mal Waldron on piano, Richard Davis on bass, Ed Blackwell on drums, and the near forgotten Booker Little on trumpet, he died just three months after this date at only 23! The music on this cd is comprised of three lengthy originals, and one alternate take, which allow the soloists to stretch out and really burn, and burn they do! It is easy to find recordings of Dolphy tearing up solos on alto sax, bass clarinet, clarinet, or even flute, but it is hard to think of a session where he does it with such fire! His alto solos on Waldron's Fire Waltz and his own The Prophet are perfect examples of his near vocalization of notes. His bass clarinet solo on Little's Bee Vamp will open new ears to a unique sound on a unique solo instrument. Booker Little solos with fire and a beautiful tone, his idea's are a near match for Dolphy's wild musical imagination. Hearing Little here makes one wonder what may have been had he lived longer! Mal Waldron shines on his solo on Bee Vamp. Alot is written about his out of tune piano, but it somehow fits right into his unique style, as well as that of the leadmen. With no room for Richard Davis' flawless bass work or Ed Blackwell's unorthidox drumming to stretch and solo, one is still struck by the fluid but solid foundation they set for this outstanding live date. If one is looking for an introduction to the unbelieveable sound and talent of Eric Dolphy, I highly recommend this is the place to start!
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