Quiet Kenny cover

Quiet Kenny

Kenny Dorham · 1959

42 min · 8 tracks · jazz

A meditative exploration of jazz, where soft trumpet tones intertwine with tender piano harmonies.

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1959, 'Quiet Kenny' was Kenny Dorham's third album as a leader, following his earlier works that established him as a significant figure in the jazz scene. At this point, Dorham was gaining recognition not just for his trumpet skills but also for his unique compositional voice, setting the stage for a series of influential recordings in the years to come.
Stylistic neighbors
Sun Ra· Charles Mingus· Clark Terry

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Lotus Blossom 4:42
  • 2 My Ideal 5:09
  • 3 Blue Friday 8:50
  • 4 Alone Together 3:14
  • 5 Blue Spring Shuffle 7:40
  • 6 I Had the Craziest Dream 4:42
  • 7 Old Folks 5:16
  • 8 Mack the Knife 3:03

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