Hank Mobley's 1957 debut for Blue Note, "Hank Mobley Sextet," captures the tenor saxophonist in a hard bop setting that would become his signature. The session showcases his developing improvisational voice alongside a stellar ensemble.
- The album was recorded on March 3, 1957, at the famous Van Gelder Studio in Hackensack, New Jersey. It features Hank Mobley on tenor saxophone, alongside trumpeter Bill Hardman, alto saxophonist Bobby Jasper, pianist Shafi Hadi, bassist Paul Chambers, and drummer Art Taylor. The album was released in March 1957 on the Blue Note label.
- This session, although not as widely celebrated as some of Mobley's later work, is a strong representation of his playing in the late 1950s. It highlights his fluid melodic lines and relaxed yet potent improvisational style.
- The original LP release catalog number was Blue Note 1560. It has since been reissued numerous times on CD and vinyl, appreciated by fans of hard bop.
Hank Mobley was an American jazz tenor saxophonist and composer. He was a member of the legendary jazz label Blue Note Records and a key figure in the hard bop movement.
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