Duke Jordan – Flight To Denmark (SCCD 31011)

SCCD 31011 Flight To Denmark / Duke Jordan Trio

Charlie Parker’s favourite pianist and the composer of the famous “Jordu” Duke Jordan (b. April 1, 1922 in New York) ended his five-year seclusion from the jazz scene when he was invited to play and record in Denmark in 1973. This first recording by Jordan for SteepleChase turned out to be an enormous success which brought Jordan back in the spotlight. The best seller of SteepleChase!

“… I am convinced that this is Duke Jordan’s finest record …” (jazz Journal International)

“… a totally captivating listening experience …” (Billboard)

“ Flight to Denmark is an essential album for anyone who enjoys substantial piano music .” (Coda)

1. No problem (Duke Jordan)
2. Here's that rainy day (Jimmy Van Heusen)
3. Everything happens to me (Adair/Dennis)
4. Glad I met Pat (Duke Jordan)
5. Glad I met Pat (Duke Jordan)
6. How deep is the ocean (Irving Berlin)
7. On Green Dolphin Street (Bronislav Kaper)
8. If I did – would you? (Duke Jordan)
9. If I did – would you? (Duke Jordan)
10. Flight to Denmark (Duke Jordan)
11. No problem (Duke Jordan)
12. Jordu (Duke Jordan)

UPC/EAN: 716043101122