This 1958 album was Evans's first as a leader, a session that redefined the possibilities of the jazz orchestra. It features new arrangements of works by George Gershwin.
- The album was arranged by Gil Evans and features 10 musicians. It was recorded in New York City. This album was reissued by Original Jazz Classics in 1987.
- Evans's arrangements prioritized ensemble color and texture over traditional soloing. The ensemble included alto saxophonist Lee Konitz and trumpeter Johnny Coles.
- The album was critically acclaimed and has been reissued multiple times. It is considered a landmark of 20th-century jazz.
Gil Evans was a Canadian jazz arranger, composer, and bandleader. He was a key figure in the development of cool jazz and modal jazz in the 1950s.
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