Released 70 years ago
Shelly Manne & His Friends
André Previn · 1956
36 min · 6 tracks · classical · jazz · opera
A vibrant confluence of jazz improvisation and classical sophistication, showcasing exquisite musicianship and playful arrangements.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo progression
- playful arrangements with sophistication
- vibrant improvisation energy
- for casual gatherings
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer fast-paced music
- seek standalone hit tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1956, 'Shelly Manne & His Friends' marked a significant collaboration between André Previn and the innovative drummer Shelly Manne. This album arrived during Previn's transition from classical to jazz, following his tenure as a conductor at the Los Angeles Philharmonic, and helped establish him as a prominent figure in the jazz scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Leonard Bernstein· George Gershwin· Oscar Peterson
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Tangerine 4:25
- 2 I Cover the Waterfront 6:11
- 3 Squatty Roo 7:58
- 4 Collard Greens and Black-Eyed Peas 7:58
- 5 Stars Fell on Alabama 4:43
- 6 The Girl Friend 5:20
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