Recorded in Boston at Storyville
Gerry Mulligan · 1957
69 min · 15 tracks · big band music · cool jazz
A vibrant showcase of cool jazz with intricate arrangements and dynamic improvisation that captures the essence of mid-century jazz culture.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic journey through varied tempos intricate arrangements for attentive listening vibrant energy for social gatherings
- Context
- Released in 1957, 'Recorded in Boston at Storyville' came during Gerry Mulligan's ascent as a leading figure in cool jazz. This live album followed his successful collaborations in the late 1940s and early 1950s, particularly the influential Mulligan Quartet, marking a significant moment in his career where he solidified his reputation as an innovative baritone saxophonist.
- If you like
- big band music, cool jazz
Recorded in Boston at Storyville is an album by Gerry Mulligan, released in 1957. A vibrant showcase of cool jazz with intricate arrangements and dynamic improvisation that captures the essence of mid-century jazz culture. The album captured the lively atmosphere of Storyville, a historic jazz venue, and is notable for its critical acclaim in the jazz community. It received praise for its sophisticated arrangements and improvisational prowess, helping to further popularize cool jazz and influencing subsequent musicians within the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Recorded in Boston at Storyville sound like?
A vibrant showcase of cool jazz with intricate arrangements and dynamic improvisation that captures the essence of mid-century jazz culture. Rooted in big band music and cool jazz.
What makes Recorded in Boston at Storyville by Gerry Mulligan notable?
The album captured the lively atmosphere of Storyville, a historic jazz venue, and is notable for its critical acclaim in the jazz community. It received praise for its sophisticated arrangements and improvisational prowess, helping to further popularize cool jazz and influencing subsequent musicians within the genre. Released in 1957, 'Recorded in Boston at Storyville' came during Gerry Mulligan's ascent as a leading figure in cool jazz. This live album followed his successful collaborations in the late 1940s and early 1950s, particularly the influential Mulligan Quartet, marking a significant moment in his career where he solidified his reputation as an innovative baritone saxophonist.
Who is Recorded in Boston at Storyville for?
Recorded in Boston at Storyville works well if you're into dynamic journey through varied tempos, intricate arrangements for attentive listening and vibrant energy for social gatherings.
How many songs are on Recorded in Boston at Storyville?
Recorded in Boston at Storyville has 15 tracks, running approximately 69 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Bweebida Bwobbida Standout 6:39
- 2 Birth of the Blues Standout 4:37
- 3 Baubles, Bangles and Beads 3:28
- 4 Rustic Hop 4:51
- 5 Open Country 5:45
- 6 Storyville Story Standout 5:36
- 7 That Old Feeling 4:08
- 8 Bike Up the Strand/Utter Chaos 6:22
- 9 Blues at the Roots 4:55
- 10 Ide's Side 5:11
- 11 I Can't Get Started 2:43
- 12 Frenesi 4:27
- 13 Flash 2:44
- 14 Honeysuckle Rose 3:20
- 15 Limelight/Utter Chaos 4:42
Release Date
January 1, 1957
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
69 min 34 sec
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