This 1996 live album captures the Mingus Big Band at a moment when they were solidifying their reputation as virtuosic performers of Mingus's challenging compositions. The setlist draws from across Mingus's career, showcasing the ensemble's dynamic range.
- Recorded live at L'Olympia in Paris on November 16, 1996, this album was released by Dreyfus Jazz.
- The album features arrangements of classic Mingus compositions including "Moanin'", "Goodbye Pork Pie Hat", and "Fables of Faubus".
- Guest soloists on this recording include trombonist Conrad Bauer and saxophonist Don Byas.
The Mingus Big Band is a jazz ensemble formed in 1991 to perform the music of composer and bassist Charles Mingus. They are a prominent fixture in New York's jazz scene, known for their interpretations of Mingus's extensive catalog.
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