This 1971 Savoy release captures Mingus in a more formal, orchestral setting, a less common but no less compelling facet of his prodigious output.
- The album was recorded on July 13, 1970, at the Sound Ideas Studio in New York City.
- It features orchestral arrangements by Sy Johnson, who also worked with Oliver Nelson.
- The release was part of a period where Mingus explored larger ensemble works alongside his more typical small group formats.
Charles Mingus was an American bassist, composer, and bandleader, a central figure in jazz known for his virtuosic playing and groundbreaking compositions. In 1971, he was an established, if often controversial, force in modern jazz, having recently released a string of highly regarded albums for Atlantic Records.
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