The 1961 album "Nocturne" features Oliver Nelson and his ensemble in a 1961 session that draws on blues and jazz traditions. The recording captures Nelson's distinctive arranging style and his ability to elicit strong performances from his collaborators.
- "Nocturne" was recorded in New York City on April 1, 1961.
- The album was originally released on the Prestige Records label.
- It features a lineup of notable jazz musicians who would become prominent in their own right.
Oliver Nelson was an American jazz composer, arranger, conductor, and educator who played a crucial role in the development of jazz. He is best known for his groundbreaking 1961 album "The Blues and the Abstract Truth."
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