Recorded in 1984 and released in 1985, 'Manhattan Panorama' features Coleman in a quartet setting, a format he would return to frequently throughout the 1980s. The album captures Coleman in a period of consistent output following his move to the Evidence Music label.
- The album was recorded on December 26, 1984, at A&R Recording in New York City.
- The session featured pianist Harold Mabern, bassist Ron McClure, and drummer Michael Carvin.
- 'Manhattan Panorama' was Coleman's first release on the Evidence Music label.
George Coleman is a tenor and alto saxophonist from Memphis, known for his work in hard bop and soul jazz. By 1985, he was a seasoned performer with a discography stretching back to the late 1950s, having played with jazz giants like Miles Davis and Max Roach.
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