This 1968 album finds Ferguson in a more relaxed, big-band setting, trading blistering solos for smooth, ensemble-driven arrangements. The album showcases his signature sound, adapted for a more mainstream audience.
- Recorded in New York City, the album features a large ensemble and lush orchestrations.
- The album was released on the HHO label in October 1968.
- "Ridin' High" reached number 12 on Billboard's Jazz Albums chart.
Maynard Ferguson was a jazz trumpeter from Ferguson, Canada, known for his virtuosic playing and his pioneering fusion of jazz with other genres. In 1968, he was at a commercial peak, having recently moved to the United States and signed with a major label.
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