Description
The Charles Mingus Sextet's 1964 performance in Copenhagen is a breath-taking display of musical ingenuity and raw intensity. Capturing Mingus at the height of his creative powers, the concert features a formidable ensemble of some of the era's most adventurous musicians. Broadcast live from the Great Hall of the Odd Fellows' Palace on Danish radio, the performance pulses with unrestrained energy, intricate interplay, and an unmistakable swing--all hallmarks of Mingus' dynamic stage presence.
This is not a polished, straight-ahead jazz concert; rather, it is an unpredictable, emotionally charged experience. The music unfolds with spontaneity and fervour, shifting seamlessly between moments of controlled chaos and lyrical beauty. Eric Dolphy's masterful improvisations on flute and bass clarinet add an otherworldly dimension, while Jaki Byard's genre-hopping piano work injects both humour and virtuosity. The synergy between Clifford Jordan, Johnny Coles, and Dannie Richmond creates an electric, ever-evolving dialogue.
More than a landmark jazz recording, this concert serves as a poignant document--one of Dolphy's final recorded performances before his untimely passing later that year. It is a testament to Mingus' genius: a fearless, boundary-pushing artist whose music remains as vital and revolutionary today as it was then.
Track Listing
So Long Eric
Ow!
Intro
Parkeriana
At Fw Usa
Fables Of Faubus
Intro
Ysabel's Table Dance
Orange Was The Colour Of Her Dress,Then Blue Silk
Meditations
Details
- Genre: Jazz
- Product Type: AUDIO CD
- Barcode: 3552398500831
- Release Date: April 18, 2025
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