A masterpiece of jazz groove with vibrant organ.
A masterpiece by Jimmy Smith and Lalo Schifrin. The funky drive of the organ and the power of the orchestra combine to create a gorgeous sound that combines the essence of jazz and film music.
Jimmy Smith's organ dances freely over Lalo Schifrin's meticulous arrangements. The opening track, "The Cat," immediately draws you in with its thrilling riffs and powerful groove, and the horn section and rhythmic harmony are superb. Smith's playing is soulful and powerful, and his sharp improvisation stands out among the ensemble. He skillfully weaves in elements of blues and Latin, creating a superb composition that combines urban energy with the freedom of jazz. This work, which combines the scale of film music with a club groove, continues to shine as a milestone in modern jazz organ.
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A:
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1)
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Theme From "Joy House"
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2)
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The Cat (From The Motion Picture "Joy House")
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3)
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Basin Street Blues
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Main Title From "The Carpetbaggers"
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B:
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Chicago Serenade
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St. Louis Blues
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Delon's Blues
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Blues In The Night
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Arranged By, Conductor - Lalo Schifrin
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Arranged By, Conductor - Lalo Schifrin
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Organ - Jimmy Smith
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Organ - Jimmy Smith
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Guitar - Kenny Burrell
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Guitar - Kenny Burrell
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Drums - Grady Tate
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Drums - Grady Tate
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Producer - Creed Taylor
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Producer - Creed Taylor
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Tuba - Don Butterfield
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Tuba - Don Butterfield
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Engineer - Rudy Van Gelder
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Engineer - Rudy Van Gelder
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Trombone - Jimmy Cleveland
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Trombone - Jimmy Cleveland
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Bass Trombone - Tony Studd
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Bass Trombone - Tony Studd
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Trombone - Urbie Green
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Trombone - Urbie Green
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Percussion - Phil Kraus
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Percussion - Phil Kraus
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Bass - George Duvivier
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Bass - George Duvivier
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Trumpet - Marky Markowitz
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Trumpet - Marky Markowitz
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Trumpet - Bernie Glow
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Trumpet - Bernie Glow
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Trumpet - Ernie Royal
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Trumpet - Ernie Royal
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Trumpet - Thad Jones
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Trumpet - Thad Jones
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French Horn - Earl Chapin
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French Horn - Earl Chapin
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Trombone - Billy Byers
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Trombone - Billy Byers
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French Horn - Ray Alonge
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French Horn - Ray Alonge
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French Horn - Jim Buffington
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French Horn - Jim Buffington
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Trumpet - Jimmy Maxwell
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Trumpet - Jimmy Maxwell
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Engineer [Director] - Val Valentin
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Engineer [Director] - Val Valentin
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Trumpet - Snooky Young
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Trumpet - Snooky Young
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Liner Notes - Al Collins
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Liner Notes - Al Collins
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French Horn - Bill Correa
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French Horn - Bill Correa
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Photography By [Cover Photo] - Ken Whitmore
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Photography By [Cover] - Ken Whitmore
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Photography By [Inside left gatefold] - Steve Shannon (4)
