LoginThe Complete Africa/Brass Sessions
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In 1961 John Coltrane's explorations of different modes and rhythms led to several powerful works that invoked other cultures, like "Olé," "India," and "Brazilia." While those pieces were all recorded with expanded versions of his quartet, "Africa" was a unique opportunity, with Eric Dolphy's arrangements for up to 13 brass and reed instruments providing a setting of volcanic energy for Coltrane's majestic, declamatory tenor and the surging drumming of Elvin Jones. The orchestrations, as well as the solos, vary on the two sessions heard here, and there are also thoughtful adaptations of t
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Manufacturer: Grp Records
Release date: 10 October 1995
Number of discs: 2
EAN: 0011105016827 UPC: 011105016827
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Release date: 10 October 1995
Number of discs: 2
EAN: 0011105016827 UPC: 011105016827
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