This 2016 release captures a specific, previously unissued live performance from Eric Dolphy's crucial early career. It offers a raw document of his improvisational prowess.
- The recording documents a performance at the legendary Five Spot Cafe in New York City. The setlist includes extended improvisations on standards like "Softly, As In A Morning Sunrise." The album was released on the specialist jazz reissue label, Record Vault.
- This live set captures Dolphy in a quartet setting alongside pianist Bobby Mitchell, bassist George Tucker, and drummer Eddie Khan. It was recorded in New York City on June 16, 1961. The performance has never been issued before this 2016 release.
- The release presents a previously unknown live recording from the summer of 1961. Dolphy was exploring new harmonic and melodic territories during this period. This album provides further evidence of his unique voice in the post-bop and avant-garde jazz scenes.
Eric Dolphy was an American jazz saxophonist, flutist, and composer. At the time of this 1961 performance, he was a pivotal figure in the avant-garde jazz movement.
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