Lee Konitz Plays with the Gerry Mulligan Quartet
Lee Konitz · 1957
38 min · 12 tracks · bebop
A seamless interplay of cool jazz harmonies and improvisational brilliance, showcasing the artistry of two legends.
Why this album works
This album is significant for its contributions to the cool jazz genre, showcasing the collaborative synergy between Konitz and Mulligan. It has received critical acclaim over the years and is often cited as a key example of jazz musicianship during this era, influencing countless artists and performances that followed.
- Career context
- In 1957, Lee Konitz was at a pivotal moment in his career, having established himself as a leading voice in the cool jazz movement. This album came shortly after his influential work with the Modern Jazz Quartet and positioned him alongside Gerry Mulligan, further solidifying his reputation as an innovative improviser.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ella Fitzgerald· Bing Crosby· Bob Dylan· Barbra Streisand· Aretha Franklin· Andy Williams· Dave Brubeck· Ray Charles
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Too Marvelous for Words Standout 3:44
- 2 Lover Man 3:07
- 3 I'll Remember April Standout 4:15
- 4 These Foolish Things 3:28
- 5 All the Things You Are Standout 3:56
- 6 Bernie's Tune 3:34
- 7 Almost Like Being in Love 2:58
- 8 Sextet 3:01
- 9 Broadway 2:57
- 10 I Can't Believe That You're in Love With Me 3:09
- 11 Lady Be Good 2:31
- 12 Lady Be Good (alternate take) 1:54
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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