Open Sesame
Freddie Hubbard · 1960
53 min · 8 tracks · jazz
Lush trumpet melodies intertwine with rich harmonies and rhythmic complexities in this vibrant jazz ensemble.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady, consistent energy levels
- long, immersive listening sessions
- dynamic emotional journeys
- atmospheric background focus
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1960, 'Open Sesame' was Freddie Hubbard's debut album as a bandleader after his tenure with Art Blakey's Jazz Messengers. At this point, Hubbard was establishing his unique voice within the hard bop movement, showcasing his virtuosic trumpet skills and compositional abilities in a new light.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Lee Morgan· Donald Byrd· Art Farmer
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Open Sesame 7:12
- 2 Open Sesame (alternate take) 7:17
- 3 But Beautiful 6:27
- 4 Gypsy Blue 6:27
- 5 Gypsy Blue (alternate take) 7:35
- 6 All or Nothing at All 5:35
- 7 One Mint Julep 6:03
- 8 Hub’s Nub 6:51
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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