The Al Cohn Quintet Featuring Bob Brookmeyer
Bob Brookmeyer · 1957
40 min · 12 tracks · jazz
A sophisticated blend of cool jazz harmonies and playful improvisation, showcasing lyrical melodies and intricate arrangements.
Why this album works
The album is notable for its innovative arrangements that helped define the cool jazz sound of the late 1950s. It received positive reviews upon release and contributed to the growing popularity of both Brookmeyer and Cohn within the jazz community, influencing subsequent generations of musicians interested in blending melodic sophistication with improvisational freedom.
- Career context
- In 1957, Bob Brookmeyer was establishing himself as a significant figure in the jazz scene after gaining recognition for his work with the Stan Getz Quintet and other ensembles. This album represents a key moment in his career as it features his collaboration with Al Cohn, highlighting Brookmeyer's emerging voice as both a composer and a trombonist during the transition from big band to smaller ensemble formats.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sun Ra· Charles Mingus· Miles Davis
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Lady Is a Tramp Standout 3:25
- 2 Good Spirits 3:37
- 3 A Blues Serenade Standout 4:23
- 4 Lazy Man Stomp 2:56
- 5 Ill Wind Standout 2:50
- 6 Chloe 3:38
- 7 S-H-I-N-E 3:45
- 8 Back to Back 2:37
- 9 So Far So Good 3:50
- 10 Winter 3:54
- 11 I Should Care 2:41
- 12 Bunny Hunch 2:39
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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