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Charles Mingus - The Great Concert of Charles Mingus (3 LP)

Name: Charles Mingus - The Great Concert of Charles Mingus (3 LP)
Brand: Charles Mingus
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Rating: 5 (3 reviews)

Charles Mingus

LP
3 piece(s)
1964
8 tracks
2 uur, 7 min
jazz

The Great Concert of Charles Mingus

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Product description

Charles Mingus' "The Great Concert of Charles Mingus" is a landmark live album that captures the legendary jazz bassist and composer at the height of his creative powers. Recorded on April 19, 1964, at the prestigious Théâtre des Champs-Élysées in Paris, this double album is a testament to Mingus' genius and his band's extraordinary musicianship. The concert features three of Mingus' most significant compositions: "Orange Was The Color Of Her Dress, Then Blue Silk," "Meditations On Integration," and "Fables of Faubus," each showcasing his unique blend of hard bop, bebop, free jazz, and cool jazz.

The album opens with a presentation of the musicians, setting the stage for an unforgettable performance. Standout tracks include the playful "So Long Eric (Don't Stay Over There Too Long)" and the politically charged "Fables of Faubus," a scathing critique of Arkansas Governor Orval Faubus. The sextet, featuring the versatile Eric Dolphy on alto sax, bass clarinet, and flute, delivers a powerful and dynamic set that highlights the band's tight ensemble playing and individual virtuosity.

"Sophisticated Lady" and "Parkeriana (Dedicated To A Genius)" pay homage to jazz legends, while "Meditations On Integration" offers a profound reflection on the civil rights struggles of the time. The concert's duration of over two hours ensures that fans get a comprehensive experience of Mingus' artistic vision, making it an essential addition to any jazz enthusiast's collection. This historic performance is a true masterclass in jazz composition and improvisation, showcasing Charles Mingus and his band at their very best.

This 3LP set is housed in a box.

Tracks

A.T.F.W. (Art Tatum Fats Waller) - Live In Théâtre des Champs-Elysées, Paris / April 19th, 1964Charles Mingus
4:17
Presentation Of Musicians - Live In Théâtre des Champs-Elysées, Paris / April 19th, 1964Charles Mingus
1:08
So Long Eric (Don't Stay Over There Too Long) - Live In Théâtre des Champs-Elysées, Paris / April 19th, 1964Charles Mingus
21:46
Orange Was The Colour Of Her Dress, Then Blue Silk - Live In Théâtre des Champs-Elysées, Paris / April 19th, 1964Charles Mingus
14:28
Fables Of Faubus - Live In Théâtre des Champs-Elysées, Paris / April 19th, 1964Charles Mingus
27:48
Sophisticated Lady - Live In Théâtre des Champs-Elysées, Paris / April 19th, 1964Charles Mingus
7:54
Parkeriana (Dedicated To A Genius) - Live In Théâtre des Champs-Elysées, Paris / April 19th, 1964Charles Mingus
27:03
Meditations On Integration (Or For A Pair Of Wire Cutters) - Live In Théâtre des Champs-Elysées, Paris / April 19th, 1964Charles Mingus
22:47

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Product specifications

Details

Album: The Great Concert of Charles Mingus
Artist: Charles Mingus
LP release year: 1982
Album release date: 1 januari 1964
Label: Prestige
EAN: 00602498069134
Available: No

Product information

Format: LP
Quantity: 3 piece(s)
Mono or stereo: Stereo
Duration: 2 uur, 7 min
Tracks: 8 tracks

EAN

EAN: 00602498069134

Other

Limited Edition: No
Country: Italy
Genre: Jazz
Box set: No
Remastered: No
Reissue: No

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Jazz Concert Masterpiece
5 out of 5 stars
hou_rufooJanuary 9, 2026United Kingdom🇬🇧
This concert is absolutely phenomenal, showcasing some of my all-time favorite jazz performances by one of my top touring bands. Let me share some interesting technical details and trivia with you: • Just like others have mentioned, "So Long, Eric" - the first real track that spans across A2 & B1 - is mistakenly labeled as "Goodbye, Pork Pie Hat", which is a completely different Mingus piece. • "So Long, Eric" served as a sort of theme song during their 1964 European tour, performed and recorded numerous times. It was dedicated to Eric Dolphy, who chose to remain in Europe after the tour, much to Mingus' personal dismay. You can actually hear Mingus expressing how much he'll miss Dolphy on the recording in Sweden, and there's footage of this on platforms like YouTube. • The version of "So Long, Eric" on this recording is from a different performance a couple of nights prior, featuring trumpeter Johnny Coles, who unfortunately collapsed later that same night. All the other tracks are from the April 19th Paris gig and don't include Coles. • This 1977 Japanese pressing comes with the little "SJ Seal of Approval" rosette on the Obi strip - a recognition given to one release per monthly issue of the Japanese Jazz magazine Swing Journal. As I said, this is an amazing issue of a legendary concert - I highly recommend you give it a listen!
Mingus Masterpiece with Dolphy
5 out of 5 stars
zxagdobploxeApril 24, 2025United States🇺🇸
The first Mingus album I ever listened to was this one, and it completely transformed my perspective. This fantastic album showcases the incredible lineup of Eric Dolphy, Jaki Byard, Clifford Jordan, and Dannie Richmond that Mingus took on his European tour. Sadly, Dolphy passed away not long after, leaving a massive void in the music world. Even just for the extended track of Good Bye Pork Pie Hat, this album is a must-have. It's an essential addition for any jazz enthusiast.
Eric Dolphy's Stellar Performance
5 out of 5 stars
xigiltptSeptember 16, 2024United States🇺🇸
Wow, what an amazing discovery, definitely one of my top picks!!! So many incredible stars all together. It's truly sad that Eric Dolphy passed away just a few months after this fantastic performance.