Duke Ellington and John Coltrane

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Perhaps looking to renew his inspiration or maybe simply wanting to broaden his horizons, Duke Ellington began a string of collaborations in the second half of his career--whereas before that, his own band was stimulus enough. Whatever the reason, almost all of his collaborations succeeded at high levels, although none of his shared sessions are more intriguing on the surface than this 1962 date with the preeminent sax star of the day. In reality, the record amounts to "Coltrane Plays Ellington" (plus one Coltrane original) because the tenor man is the whole show--and what a show it is. Only Coltrane could be as "fiercely tender," and there's no better forum for his sensitive side than the music of Ellington and Billy Strayhorn, who contributes the album's true vertex, "My Little Brown Book." The rhythm section alternates between Duke's and Trane's, each adding a different texture to the proceedings. Ellington is wise enough to appreciate the nature of the session, and he is quite content to feed chords in service of the young master--proving the old master's open mind and good taste. Hearing Coltrane seize "In a Sentimental Mood" is thanks enough. --Marc Greilsamer

From Jazziz
At a recent gathering of Ellington band alumni organized by Jazz at Lincoln Center, bassist John Lamb recalled the sessions for Duke Ellington & John Coltrane: "There was no music on that whole date. Nobody had a chart. We came in and we were standing there, waiting to see what would happen. 'Trane would go and sit on the piano bench with Duke. They didn't talk, but Duke would be singing ... and 'Trane would go ... Then, after they did that for a few minutes, they got up. 'Trane would go to his microphone, Duke would start playing, and the rhythm section, we had to do for ourselves, you know. That's it. He didn't even tell you the key. He could communicate without words, and 'Trane could hear it." On Take the Coltrane, the two play in a quartet of Coltrane's bandmates of the day, bassist Jimmy Garrison and drummer Elvin Jones (Ellington men Lamb and drummer Sam Woodyard also played on the album).

--- JAZZIZ Magazine Copyright © 2000, Milor Entertainment, Inc.

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Average customer rating: Perfect Combo! Spectacular recording! Ellington and Coltrane Beautiful DUKE ELLINGTON & JOHN COLTRANE: a casual, unchallenging listen My Favorite Jazz Album

Duke Ellington & John Coltrane Duke Ellington , and John Coltrane Manufacturer: Grp Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Bebop General | Bebop | Jazz | Styles | Music General | Jazz | Styles | Music Modern Postbebop | Jazz | Styles | Music Swing General | Swing Jazz | Jazz | Styles | Music Traditional Jazz General | Traditional Jazz & Ragtime | Jazz | Styles | Music Bebop & Post-Bop | Compilations | Jazz | Styles | Music GRP | Verve Music Group | Specialty Stores | Music Similar Items: Prime Live at Birdland The Great Summit: The Master Takes John Coltrane & Johnny Hartman John Coltrane: Crescent ASIN: B000003N7R Release Date: 1995-10-24

Tracks:

1. In A Sentimental Mood
2. Take The Coltrane
3. Big Nick
4. Stevie
5. My Little Brown Book
6. Angelica
7. The Feeling Of Jazz

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Perhaps looking to renew his inspiration or maybe simply wanting to broaden his horizons, Duke Ellington began a string of collaborations in the second half of his career--whereas before that, his own band was stimulus enough. Whatever the reason, almost all of his collaborations succeeded at high levels, although none of his shared sessions are more intriguing on the surface than this 1962 date with the preeminent sax star of the day. In reality, the record amounts to "Coltrane Plays Ellington" (plus one Coltrane original) because the tenor man is the whole show--and what a show it is. Only Coltrane could be as "fiercely tender," and there's no better forum for his sensitive side than the music of Ellington and Billy Strayhorn, who contributes the album's true vertex, "My Little Brown Book." The rhythm section alternates between Duke's and Trane's, each adding a different texture to the proceedings. Ellington is wise enough to appreciate the nature of the session, and he is quite content to feed chords in service of the young master--proving the old master's open mind and good taste. Hearing Coltrane seize "In a Sentimental Mood" is thanks enough. --Marc Greilsamer

Customer Reviews:

Perfect Combo! Spectacular recording!.......2007-02-04

These classic albums Coltrane did for Impulse are some of my personal favorites (i.e. 'John Coltane w/ Johnny Hartman', 'Ballads', and 'Ascension') of all the jazz recordings I own on either CD or Vinyl. This one is a beauty! Every song on this album is perfect. So many times two greats would meet and cut an album of less than superior quality. This is definitely not one of those cases. From the moment the first song 'In a Sentimental Mood' comes on you are taken on a magical journey that truly showcases just how brilliant these artists were as musicians and composers. Of course it's always great to have such a fine rythm section backing you up - Jimmy Garrison, Elvin Jones (awesome as always!), Aaron Bell, Sam Woodward, ... all playing at their best. If you are a fan of Ellington and/or Coltrane than obviously this is a must have album. All in all, it's just fun, exciting music that gives you a warm, cushy feeling inside every time you listen to it. Those of you who are relatively new to jazz, this is a must have. You won't be disappointed I promise.

Ellington and Coltrane.......2007-01-10

How can I say anything negative about two of the greatest jazz musicians who ever lived. The music was subperb.

Amazon sent me this CD in a most timely fashion. All went smoothly.

Beautiful.......2006-09-17

The album starts with one of the greatest versions of a jazz song - "In A Sentimental Mood". Coltrane's playing on it is brilliant, and Duke's piano playing sounds much better than in the 1941 version of the same song. The bass & drum alternate between Duke's & John's. At the tempos and volumes they're playing at, there isn't a significant difference between the two sets. Coltrane's playing is a slight retreat in terms of adventurousness. It may have been mouthpiece problems or maybe because he was playing with Duke Ellington. Either way, it's lack of challenge doesn't diminish the beauty of the playing. Some have said Duke sounds more modern than Coltrane, but I don't hear that. This album won't turn your personal jazz world on its ear, but it is a lot of fun to listen to. It's also fine for non-jazz fans.

DUKE ELLINGTON & JOHN COLTRANE: a casual, unchallenging listen.......2005-09-22

this pairing of jazz greats is such a strange idea. two very different musical thinkers who you might think would clash in the studio, join together in a nice little collaboration. the problem is, it's a little too nice. there is no real spark here and the players seem to be genuinely delighted to be playing together, but there is no overt displays of passion in these songs. "In A Sentimental Mood" starts off very warm and nice and it's great to hear Coltrane's playing over Duke's piano. but once you get the general idea, it's all of the same. overall, it's a nice little cd, but i cannot recommend it highly, there are many many more worthwhile albums that were made seperately by these two artists. still, if the mood hits you, you can slip on your cardigan and your pipe and slippers and listen to this by the fire.

My Favorite Jazz Album.......2005-09-13

The review by R. Davis best summarizes it for me. I can't listen to this album enough. Every song is great, every performance is great. The most improbable matchup creates amazing magic. The last tune, "The Feeling of Jazz", is as good as it gets.

Average customer rating: Perfect Combo! Spectacular recording! Ellington and Coltrane Beautiful DUKE ELLINGTON & JOHN COLTRANE: a casual, unchallenging listen My Favorite Jazz Album

Duke Ellington & John Coltrane Duke Ellington w , and John Coltrane Manufacturer: Mca ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Bebop General | Bebop | Jazz | Styles | Music General | Jazz | Styles | Music Modern Postbebop | Jazz | Styles | Music Swing General | Swing Jazz | Jazz | Styles | Music Similar Items: Prime Live at Birdland The Great Summit: The Master Takes John Coltrane & Johnny Hartman John Coltrane: Crescent ASIN: B00000DWHJ Release Date: 1990-10-25

Tracks:

1. In a Sentimental Mood
2. Take the Coltrane
3. Big Nick
4. Stevie
5. My Little Brown Book
6. Angelica
7. Feeling of Jazz

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Perhaps looking to renew his inspiration or maybe simply wanting to broaden his horizons, Duke Ellington began a string of collaborations in the second half of his career--whereas before that, his own band was stimulus enough. Whatever the reason, almost all of his collaborations succeeded at high levels, although none of his shared sessions are more intriguing on the surface than this 1962 date with the preeminent sax star of the day. In reality, the record amounts to "Coltrane Plays Ellington" (plus one Coltrane original) because the tenor man is the whole show--and what a show it is. Only Coltrane could be as "fiercely tender," and there's no better forum for his sensitive side than the music of Ellington and Billy Strayhorn, who contributes the album's true vertex, "My Little Brown Book." The rhythm section alternates between Duke's and Trane's, each adding a different texture to the proceedings. Ellington is wise enough to appreciate the nature of the session, and he is quite content to feed chords in service of the young master--proving the old master's open mind and good taste. Hearing Coltrane seize "In a Sentimental Mood" is thanks enough. --Marc Greilsamer

Customer Reviews:

Perfect Combo! Spectacular recording!.......2007-02-04

These classic albums Coltrane did for Impulse are some of my personal favorites (i.e. 'John Coltane w/ Johnny Hartman', 'Ballads', and 'Ascension') of all the jazz recordings I own on either CD or Vinyl. This one is a beauty! Every song on this album is perfect. So many times two greats would meet and cut an album of less than superior quality. This is definitely not one of those cases. From the moment the first song 'In a Sentimental Mood' comes on you are taken on a magical journey that truly showcases just how brilliant these artists were as musicians and composers. Of course it's always great to have such a fine rythm section backing you up - Jimmy Garrison, Elvin Jones (awesome as always!), Aaron Bell, Sam Woodward, ... all playing at their best. If you are a fan of Ellington and/or Coltrane than obviously this is a must have album. All in all, it's just fun, exciting music that gives you a warm, cushy feeling inside every time you listen to it. Those of you who are relatively new to jazz, this is a must have. You won't be disappointed I promise.

Ellington and Coltrane.......2007-01-10

How can I say anything negative about two of the greatest jazz musicians who ever lived. The music was subperb.

Amazon sent me this CD in a most timely fashion. All went smoothly.

Beautiful.......2006-09-17

The album starts with one of the greatest versions of a jazz song - "In A Sentimental Mood". Coltrane's playing on it is brilliant, and Duke's piano playing sounds much better than in the 1941 version of the same song. The bass & drum alternate between Duke's & John's. At the tempos and volumes they're playing at, there isn't a significant difference between the two sets. Coltrane's playing is a slight retreat in terms of adventurousness. It may have been mouthpiece problems or maybe because he was playing with Duke Ellington. Either way, it's lack of challenge doesn't diminish the beauty of the playing. Some have said Duke sounds more modern than Coltrane, but I don't hear that. This album won't turn your personal jazz world on its ear, but it is a lot of fun to listen to. It's also fine for non-jazz fans.

DUKE ELLINGTON & JOHN COLTRANE: a casual, unchallenging listen.......2005-09-22

this pairing of jazz greats is such a strange idea. two very different musical thinkers who you might think would clash in the studio, join together in a nice little collaboration. the problem is, it's a little too nice. there is no real spark here and the players seem to be genuinely delighted to be playing together, but there is no overt displays of passion in these songs. "In A Sentimental Mood" starts off very warm and nice and it's great to hear Coltrane's playing over Duke's piano. but once you get the general idea, it's all of the same. overall, it's a nice little cd, but i cannot recommend it highly, there are many many more worthwhile albums that were made seperately by these two artists. still, if the mood hits you, you can slip on your cardigan and your pipe and slippers and listen to this by the fire.

My Favorite Jazz Album.......2005-09-13

The review by R. Davis best summarizes it for me. I can't listen to this album enough. Every song is great, every performance is great. The most improbable matchup creates amazing magic. The last tune, "The Feeling of Jazz", is as good as it gets.

Average customer rating: Great Remastered Sound and in a very Cool LP-style Slipcase!

Duke Ellington & John Coltrane Duke Ellington w , and John Coltrane Manufacturer: Impulse! ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Bebop General | Bebop | Jazz | Styles | Music General | Jazz | Styles | Music Modern Postbebop | Jazz | Styles | Music Swing General | Swing Jazz | Jazz | Styles | Music Contemporary Big Band | Swing Jazz | Jazz | Styles | Music Impulse | Verve Music Group | Specialty Stores | Music Similar Items: Selflessness Ballads Live at the Village Vanguard Again! A Love Supreme Expression ASIN: B00005L8Y9 Release Date: 2006-12-18

Tracks:

1. In a Sentimental Mood
2. Take the Coltrane
3. Big Nick
4. Stevie
5. My Little Brown Book
6. Angelica
7. Feeling of Jazz

Album Description

Limited Edition Japanese pressing of this album comes housed in a miniature LP sleeve. 2006.

Album Details

Japanese Limited Edition Issue of the Album Classic in a Deluxe, Miniaturized LP Sleeve Replica of the Original Vinyl Album Artwork.

Customer Reviews:

Great Remastered Sound and in a very Cool LP-style Slipcase!.......2005-08-27

The Duke and Trane together! Who would have thunk it! Anyway, the very well Japanese remastered version with the cool gatefold case is worth getting. The playing of the aging Duke seems a little subdued and Trane plays as if in awe of the master but still very listenable and a worthy addition to any jazz collection. Glad I got this before they were all sold out! Good sound, good tunes, good packaging all good reasons to get this disc.

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Standard Fare Manufacturer: Resurgent Music ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B000B67GDW

Product Description

1. Warning! Success Can Be Hazardous To Your Health (3:59) ||| 2. A Foggy Day (7:41) ||| 3. Dolphin Dance (8:38) ||| 4. Pineapple Head (6:29) ||| 5. I mean You (5:29) ||| 6. Recordame (5:22) ||| 7. Giant steps (4:34) ||| 8. Body And Soul (6:33) ||| 9. Lena (5:03) ||| 10. Take The Coltrane (6:52) ||| 11. The Days Of Wine and Roses (5:41)

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Music for the Eyes Jazz From Wilsonart Various Artist , Duke Ellington & his Orchestra , Count Basie & his Orchestra , Louis Armstrong & his Orchestra , Billie Holiday , Sonny Stitt , and John Coltrane Quartet Manufacturer: MCA Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B000PD554S

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1-rockin in rhythm~~~ 2-one o' clock jump~~~ 3-struttin with some barbcue~~~ 4-lover man (oh where can you be)~~~ 5-cool blues~~~ miles' mode~~~

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The Message - 14 Jazz Masterpieces From the Affinity Catalogue Duke Ellington , Ben Webster , Ruby Braff , Charlie Mariano , Frank Rosolino , Dodo Marmarosa , Betty Roche , Dexter Gordon , Booker Little , and Roland Kirk Manufacturer: Affinity ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Jazz | Styles | Music ASIN: B000FH7GEG

Product Description

The Message - 14 Jazz masterpieces From The Affinity Catalogue // 1.Day Dream - Duke Ellington 2.Old Folks - Ben Webster 3.Blue Room - Ruby Braff 4.Johnny One Note - Charlie Mariano 5.Flamingo - Frank Rosolino 6.Mellow Mood - Dodo Marmarosa 7.Time After Time - Betty Roche 8.What's New - Dexter Gordon 9.If I Should Lose You - Booker Little 10.Easy Livin' - Roland Kirk 11.I Like To Recognize The Tune - Mel Torme 12.'Round Midnight - Wes Montgomery 13.Memories Of You - Charlie Mingus 14.I Want To Talk About You - John Coltrane

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Dream for Rashaan Manufacturer: Rudy Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Jazz | Styles | Music ASIN: B000CA79HK Release Date: 2003-09-30

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Impulse! Jazz: A 30-Year Celebration Various Artists , Oliver Nelson , Gil Evans , Freddie Hubbard , Charles Mingus , Sonny Rollins , Count Basie , Duke Ellington , Coleman Hawkins , and John Coltrane Manufacturer: GRP ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Bebop General | Bebop | Jazz | Styles | Music Swing General | Swing Jazz | Jazz | Styles | Music Traditional Jazz General | Traditional Jazz & Ragtime | Jazz | Styles | Music GRP | Verve Music Group | Specialty Stores | Music ASIN: B000J0TE08

Product Description

1991 2 Disc Box Set Impulse Label Retrospective.

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TRACKS:.......2006-09-25

# DISC 1
# 1. Stolen Moments - Oliver Nelson
# 2. Sister Sadie - Gil Evans
# 3. Chocolate Shake - Freddie Hubbard
# 4. Goodbye Porkpie Hat - Charles Mingus
# 5. Alfie's Theme - Sonny Rollins
# 6. Trey Of Hearts - Count Basie
# 7. Solitude - Duke Ellington/Coleman Hawkins
# 8. In A Sentimental Mood - John Coltrane/Duke Ellington
# 9. My One And Only Love - John Coltrane/Johnny Hartman
# 10. Someone To Watch Over Me - Ben Webster

# DISC 2
# 1. Rapid Shave - Shirley Scott
# 2. Sister Mamie - Yusef Lateef
# 3. Afro Blue - John Coltrane
# 4. Forest Flower (Sunrise) - Chico Hamilton
# 5. Naima - Archie Shepp
# 6. Southern Smiles - Keith Jarrett
# 7. Cuando Vuelva A Tu Lado (What A Difference A Day Makes) - Gato Barbieri
# 8. The Creator Has A Master Plan (part 1) - Pharoah Sanders

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John Coltrane & Duke Ellington John Coltrane Manufacturer: Universal ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Bebop General | Bebop | Jazz | Styles | Music Hard Bop | Bebop | Jazz | Styles | Music General | Jazz | Styles | Music ASIN: B00008KKTS Release Date: 2003-05-05

Tracks:

1. In A Sentimental Mood
2. Take The Coltrane
3. Big Nick
4. Stevie
5. My Little Brown Book
6. Angelica
7. The Feeling Of Jazz

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New Hope Jazz Mass Manufacturer: Finlandia ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B000ARJXME

Product Description

Recorder live 9/7/78 .Finlandia 1576-52201-2 (1979; 2 New Hope Jazz Mass Heikki Sarmanto Ensemble Maija Hapuoja, soprano Gregg Smith Vocal Quartet Long Island Symphonic Choral Association conducted by Gregg Smith

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