This 1952 self-titled LP captures Gillespie and his ensemble in a period of transition, moving beyond the frenetic intensity of early bebop towards a more polished, big-band-influenced sound.
- The album was recorded in New York City.
- The album was released on March 25, 1952.
- This record was released on the short-lived label, Guild Records.
John Birks "Dizzy" Gillespie was a trumpet virtuoso and composer, a foundational figure in the development of bebop jazz. By 1952, he had already established himself as one of the most innovative and influential figures in modern jazz.
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