This 1988 Pablo Records compilation offers a solid, if not exhaustive, overview of the Modern Jazz Quartet's extensive career, drawing from various stages of their enduring legacy.
- The album was released on October 6, 1988, by Pablo Records.
- The compilation features a selection of tracks that highlight the quartet's signature sound, characterized by John Lewis's sophisticated arrangements and Milt Jackson's vibraphone artistry.
- The Modern Jazz Quartet formed in 1952 and remained a stable unit for most of their career, with members John Lewis, Milt Jackson, Percy Heath, and Connie Kay serving as the classic lineup for decades.
The Modern Jazz Quartet hailed from the East Coast, known for a unique blend of cool jazz, blues, and classical influences, performing as a working unit for over four decades. By 1988, they were veterans of the jazz scene, having already released a significant catalog of work that cemented their status as elder statesmen of the genre.
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