This work strongly reflects the composer's intellect and experimental spirit as a composer and arranger.
This album clearly demonstrates the talents he would later be known for in his collaborations with Thelonious Monk, showcasing his distinctive individuality as a composer and arranger. Combining experimentation with musical perfection, it is a hidden gem of 1950s modern jazz.
As the title "Jazz Laboratory" suggests, the music goes beyond mere improvisational exchanges, pursuing a balance between meticulously designed ensembles and improvisation. The interplay of contrapuntal lines and unconventional rhythmic treatments are among the many advanced techniques employed for the time.
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Pennies From Heaven
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2)
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Yesterday
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3)
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It's Only A Paper Moon
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4)
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You’d Be So Nice To Come Home To
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B:
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1)
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Pennies From Heaven
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2)
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Yesterday
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3)
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It's Only A Paper Moon
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4)
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You’d Be So Nice To Come Home To
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Engineer - Rudy Van Gelder
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Alto Saxophone - Phil Woods (A1 to A4)
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Liner Notes - Ira Gitler
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Cover - Don Schlitten
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Drums - Nick Stabulas
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Bass - Teddy Kotick
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Piano - Hall Overton