LP 20TH CENTURY MASTERWORKS Release date: 21/May/2021
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1. ALL THE THINGS YOU ARE 2. MY ONE AND ONLY LOVE 3. MY IDEAL 4. I GUESS I'LL HAVE TO CHANGE MY PLAN 5. GONE WITH THE WIND 6. HAVE YOU MET MISS JONES? 7. NIGHT AND DAY 8. WHERE OR WHEN 9. IN A SENTIMENTAL MOOD
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.. Ben Webster Quartet/ 2 Bonus Tracks/ Red Vinyl/ 180gr.
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THE ART TATUMâ??BEN WEBSTER QUARTET + 2 BONUS TRACKS - enthält neue, speziell angefertigte Linernotes des PENGUIN GUIDE TO JAZZ-Autors BRIAN MORTON und des renommierten JAZZ MAGAZINE aus Paris. - .. BEN WEBSTER QUARTET/2 BONUS TRACKS/RED VINYL/180GR.
Limited 180gm colored vinyl LP pressing. Contains new specially prepared liner notes by Penguin Guide To Jazz's writer Brian Morton and by Paris' prestigious Jazz Magazine.
2 Bonus Tracks: A4 - Los Angeles January 27, 1956 and B5 - Los Angeles March 23 & 29, 1955
This LP edition of "Art Tatum & Ben Webster Quartet" unites two of jazz history's most revered masters in a timeless studio encounter. Released on high-quality vinyl, the album captures the lyrical warmth and breathy tone of Ben Webster's tenor saxophone in intimate dialogue with Art Tatum's virtuosic, harmonically rich piano playing, supported by a subtle rhythm section that keeps the focus on the improvisational brilliance of the leaders. The recording is characterized by its relaxed swing, nocturnal ballad atmosphere and a club-like soundstage that makes the listener feel as if they are sitting just a few meters from the musicians. A carefully curated track selection of standards and ballads allows both artists plenty of space to explore melodic nuance, dynamic contrasts and their highly personal sense of timing.
As a format, the LP emphasizes the analog depth and warmth that suit this music perfectly: Tatum's cascades of notes and reharmonizations unfold with impressive clarity, while Webster's velvet-soft, sometimes rough-edged saxophone lines float gently over the accompaniment. The record is aimed at both seasoned jazz collectors and newcomers who want to experience classic small-group jazz in its most concentrated form. The cover design and liner notes (where included) underline the historical importance of the session, positioning it as an essential document of mid-20th-century jazz artistry.
Art Tatum is widely regarded as one of the most technically astonishing pianists in jazz, famous for his breathtaking speed, complex harmonies and the way he could transform even familiar standards into completely new soundscapes. His influence on later pianists is immense, from bebop innovators to modern jazz soloists. Ben Webster, in turn, is celebrated as one of the great tenor saxophonists of the swing and early modern era, known for his deeply emotional ballad playing and powerful uptempo work. He rose to prominence in big bands and later made a name for himself in smaller ensembles and as a sensitive ballad interpreter. Their collaboration in this quartet setting is often considered a highlight in the discographies of both musicians, precisely because the contrast between Tatum's dense, virtuosic piano style and Webster's spacious, singing tenor tone creates a unique tension.
The LP is released by 20TH CENTURY MASTERWORKS, a label dedicated to preserving and presenting important recordings of the 20th century in carefully prepared editions. With a focus on jazz and related genres, the manufacturer places great value on sound quality, respectful mastering and packaging that does justice to the historical significance of the music. Their editions are typically aimed at listeners who appreciate both musical heritage and a high-quality physical product. With "Art Tatum & Ben Webster Quartet," 20TH CENTURY MASTERWORKS once again highlights a milestone of jazz history and makes it accessible in an audiophile vinyl presentation that invites repeated, attentive listening.
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