This album captures Konitz in his early prime, showcasing his distinctive alto saxophone sound on the Music Manager label. It stands as an early example of his contributions to the cool jazz canon.
- The album was released on February 27, 1951, by Music Manager.
- It is classified under the jazz and cool jazz genres.
- The release date places it in the early period of Lee Konitz's recording career.
Alto saxophonist Lee Konitz was a key figure in the cool jazz movement of the late 1940s and early 1950s. "The New Sounds" was released early in his career, following his work with the Claude Thornhill Orchestra.
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