"The Blues and the Abstract Truth," released in 2011, is a seminal work by Oliver Nelson. The album is a landmark of 1960s jazz, showcasing Nelson's compositional and arranging prowess.
- The album was recorded in a single session on February 23, 1961. It features a stellar lineup of jazz musicians including Freddie Hubbard, Eric Dolphy, and Bill Evans. The track "Stolen Moments" has become a jazz standard.
- The album was recorded at the Van Gelder Studio in Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey. It was produced by Bob Thiele for the Impulse! Records label. The album was reissued on CD in 2011.
- "The Blues and the Abstract Truth" is often cited as one of the greatest jazz albums of all time. It reached number 15 on the Billboard Jazz Albums chart. The album is celebrated for its sophisticated arrangements and blues-infused melodies.
Oliver Nelson was an American jazz composer, arranger, conductor, and clarinetist. He is best known for his innovative work in the 1960s, particularly his album "The Blues and the Abstract Truth".
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