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bopland: the legendary elks club concert, l.a. 1947 - dexter gordon

Dexter Gordon - Bopland: The Legendary Elks Club Concert, L.A. 1947 (LP)

Dexter Gordon

2004
16 tracks
2 uur, 59 min
hard bop

Bopland: The Legendary Elks Club Concert, L.A. 1947

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Product Description

Dive into the electrifying world of jazz with Dexter Gordon's "Bopland: The Legendary Elks Club Concert, L.A. 1947." This live album, released on September 21, 2004, by Savoy, captures the essence of a legendary performance that took place in 1947. Spanning nearly three hours, this extensive collection is a treasure trove of hard bop, bebop, and cool jazz, showcasing Dexter Gordon's mastery over these genres.

The album features a dynamic setlist, including tracks like "Bopera (Disorder At The Border)" and "Body And Soul," where Gordon's virtuosity on the saxophone shines through. The live recordings offer an intimate glimpse into the energy and spontaneity of a jazz performance, with tracks like "Back Breaker" and "Geronimo" highlighting Gordon's improvisational skills and his ability to engage with the audience.

Fans of Dexter Gordon and jazz enthusiasts alike will appreciate the historical significance and musical brilliance of this album. "Bopland: The Legendary Elks Club Concert, L.A. 1947" is not just a collection of songs but a testament to Dexter Gordon's enduring legacy in the world of jazz.

Tracks

Tune-Up / Announcement - LiveDexter Gordon
2:44
Bopera (Disorder At The Border) - LiveDexter Gordon
20:53
What Is This Thing Called Love - LiveDexter Gordon
13:35
Body And Soul - LiveDexter Gordon
1:50
Back Breaker - LiveDexter Gordon
16:22
Tune-Up / Announcenment - LiveDexter Gordon
2:09
Bopland (Byas-A-Drink) - LiveDexter Gordon
20:09
Bop After Hours (After Hours Bop) - LiveDexter Gordon
18:31
The Hunt (Rocks 'N' Shoals) - LiveDexter Gordon
18:08
Perdido - LiveDexter Gordon
21:24
Merry Go Round Blues - LiveDexter Gordon
0:14
Blowin' With Bass - LiveDexter Gordon
6:02
Blow, Blow, Blow - LiveDexter Gordon
14:10
Geronimo - LiveDexter Gordon
21:25
Unknown Theme, Take 1 - LiveDexter Gordon
0:53
Unknown Theme, Take 2 - LiveDexter Gordon
0:53

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Product specifications

Details

Album: Bopland: The Legendary Elks Club Concert, L.A. 1947
Artist: Dexter Gordon
Album release date: 21 september 2004
Label: Savoy
EAN: 00888072058637
Available: No

Product information

Mono or stereo: Stereo
Duration: 2 uur, 59 min
Tracks: 16 tracks

EAN

EAN: 00888072058637

Other

Limited Edition: No
Genre: Hard bop
Box set: No
Remastered: No
Reissue: No

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