What makes Carnegie Hall Concert by Gerry Mulligan notable?

This album is significant for its live recording at Carnegie Hall, a prestigious venue that underscored the importance of jazz in American culture. It received critical acclaim for its sophisticated arrangements and musicianship, solidifying Mulligan's reputation as a leading figure in the cool jazz movement. Released in 1974, 'Carnegie Hall Concert' captures Gerry Mulligan at a pivotal point in his career, transitioning from his earlier big band roots to a more refined, chamber jazz style. This album showcases his collaboration with Chet Baker, marking a reunion after their influential work together in the 1950s and highlighting Mulligan's continued relevance in the jazz scene.

Who is Carnegie Hall Concert for?

Carnegie Hall Concert works well if you're into gradual build with emotional peaks, captivating live performance atmosphere and for reflective evenings.

How many songs are on Carnegie Hall Concert?

Carnegie Hall Concert has 9 tracks, running approximately 77 minutes.

Carnegie Hall Concert

Gerry Mulligan

77 min · 9 tracks · big band music · cool jazz

A captivating blend of cool jazz melodies and intricate arrangements that evoke the grandeur of live performance.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

gradual build with emotional peaks
captivating live performance atmosphere
for reflective evenings
intricate arrangements for detail lovers

Maybe skip if you want

prefer instant gratification tracks
seek short, standalone pieces

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 1974, 'Carnegie Hall Concert' captures Gerry Mulligan at a pivotal point in his career, transitioning from his earlier big band roots to a more refined, chamber jazz style. This album showcases his collaboration with Chet Baker, marking a reunion after their influential work together in the 1950s and highlighting Mulligan's continued relevance in the jazz scene.
Stylistic neighbors: Chet Baker· Dave Brubeck· Paul Desmond

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Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Line For Lyons 8:16
2 Margarine 5:59
3 For An Unfinished Woman 8:51
4 My Funny Valentine 8:42
5 Song For Strayhorn 9:42
6 It's Sandy At The Beach 9:39
7 K-4 Pacific 11:46
8 There Will Never Be Another You 6:53
9 Bernie's Tune 7:55

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