1959's "The Ivory Hunters" is a solid, if unremarkable, entry in Bob Brookmeyer's discography, finding him in familiar cool jazz territory. The album features a quartet with guitarist Jim Hall, bassist John Drew, and drummer Dave Searles.
- The album was recorded on April 8, 1959, at the Van Gelder Studio in Hackensack, New Jersey.
- This was Brookmeyer's second album for Blue Note Records.
- The album was reissued on CD in 2006 with a different track order and bonus material.
Bob Brookmeyer was an American valve trombonist, pianist, arranger, and composer. He was a key figure in the cool jazz scene, known for his lyrical playing and sophisticated arrangements.
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