SCCD 36010 Short Story / Kenny Dorham Quintet Trumpeter Kenny Dorham (1924 – 1972) played in Dizzy Gillespie’s bop big band and then joined Charlie Parker’s quintet. He was a founding member of the Jazz Messengers. Also played in Max Roach’s quintet and co-led a group with Joe Henderson. “… this is a true find…documenting …
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Bud Powell – At The Golden Circle, Vol. 3 (SCCD 36009)
SCCD 36009 At The Golden Circle Vol. 3 / Bud Powell Trio “ Powell sounds content and secure here, yet his playing still has an acutely expressive edge and his total dedication to the art of music is as evident as usual …” (Max Harrison, Melody Maker February 23, 1980) 1. Swedish pastry (Barney Kessel)2. …
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Dexter Gordon – Cheese Cake (SCCD 36008)
SCCD 36008 Cheese Cake / Dexter Gordon Quartet Dexter In Radioland vol. 2 “ This excellent series of records which starts with a Montmartre Jazzhus live date from 1962 documents the way in which Gordon was playing when he arrived in Europe….his big tone failing to disguise his natural lyricism and his ability to brand …
Buck Clayton, Jimmy Rushing – Copenhagen Concert, Vol. 2 (SCCD 36007)
SCCD 36007 Copenhagen Concert Vol. 2 / Buck Clayton All Stars featuring Jimmy Rushing This is the second volume of the former 2-LP release of Buck Clayton All Stars, featuring the great shouter Jimmy Rushing. Mainstream jazz’s leading trumpeter and arranger Buck Clayton was the main figure in the Count Basie Big Band. After leaving …
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Buck Clayton – Copenhagen Concert, Vol. 1 (SCCD 36006)
SCCD 36006 Copenhagen Concert Vol. 2 / Buck Clayton All Stars Mainstream jazz’s leading trumpeter and arranger Buck Clayton was the main figure in the Count Basie Big Band. After leaving Basie, Clayton formed his own group and toured Europe extensively. “ This was probably the best band Buck Clayton has ever had. …This concert …
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Dexter Gordon – Cry Me A River (SCCD 36004)
SCCD 36004 Cry Me A River / Dexter Gordon & Atli Bjørn Trio Dexter In Radioland vol. 1 Dexter In Radioland is a mini series within the 36000 “classic” series and there are 7 volumes capturing Dexter in the very best period of his career. Copenhagen was his adoptive home in the 60s and the …
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Bent Axen – Axen (SCCD 36003)
SCCD 36003 Axen / Bent Axen Trio, Quintet & Sextet "… These young Danes displayed a remarkable maturity and a sure grasp of the idioms of the day…Bent Axen, a pianist who showed tremendous facility in absorbing American influences…and transmuting them into something which was full of character…. The trio date represents NHØP's first recording …
Bud Powell – At The Golden Circle, Vol. 2 (SCCD 36002)
SCCD 36002 At The Golden Circle Vol. 2 / Bud Powell Trio Here’s the second volume of the celebrated Bud Powell recording from Gyllen Cirkeln (Vol. 1 – SCCD 36001). There are three more volumes to come. All tracks have never been issued before. “… there is no other recording which allows you to enjoy …
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Bud Powell – At The Golden Circle, Vol. 1 (SCCD 36001)
SCCD 36001 At The Golden Circle Vol. 1 / Bud Powell Trio This is the first release of SteepleChase 36000 series which distinguishes itself from the 31000 series as it concentrates on releasing the old recordings we acquired to document the great moments of jazz history. The recording sources are varied: radio shows, live concerts, …
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Stanley Cowell – Departure #2 (SCCD 31275)
SCCD 31275 Departure #2 / Stanley Cowell Trio "…Cowell made a successful attempt to overcome those timbral limitations (of the trio format) with an intelligent use of variety in his selection of material….the performers are all seasoned, top-flight players…their execution of the music is impeccable." (David Franklin, Cadence) 1. Departure #2 (Stanley Cowell)2. Voices all …
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