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Gerry Mulligan Quartet - My Funny Valentine (LP)

Name: Gerry Mulligan Quartet - My Funny Valentine (LP)
Brand: Gerry Mulligan Quartet
SKU: 7LE6GAeQq41H9IkPJ06zJL
Rating: 4.7 (6 reviews)

Gerry Mulligan Quartet

LP
1 piece(s)
2016
16 tracks
48 min
cool jazz

My Funny Valentine

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Product Description

Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of cool jazz with the Gerry Mulligan Quartet's "My Funny Valentine." Released on November 11, 2016, under the American Popsongs label, this album is a masterful blend of cool jazz, bebop, and hard bop, showcasing the quartet's virtuosic musicianship and innovative arrangements. Spanning just under 48 minutes, the album features a captivating repertoire of classic standards and original compositions, each track a testament to the quartet's harmonic sophistication and rhythmic precision.

From the tender balladry of "My Funny Valentine" and "The Nearness Of You" to the upbeat swing of "Carioca" and "Makin' Whoopee," the Gerry Mulligan Quartet navigates a diverse range of moods and styles with effortless grace. The album's standout tracks, such as "Turnstile" and "Five Brothers," highlight the quartet's improvisational prowess and intricate interplay, while "Lullaby Of The Leaves" and "Love Me Or Leave Me" offer moments of lyrical beauty and introspection.

Gerry Mulligan, renowned for his distinctive baritone saxophone sound and pioneering role in the cool jazz movement, leads the quartet with a masterful touch. His playing is complemented by the exceptional talents of his fellow musicians, creating a cohesive and dynamic ensemble sound that is both timeless and innovative.

Whether you're a seasoned jazz aficionado or a newcomer to the genre, "My Funny Valentine" offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. This album is a celebration of jazz's golden age, capturing the essence of a musical tradition that continues to inspire and enchant.

This is a 1987 Reissue released as a LP.

Tracks

My Funny ValentineGerry Mulligan Quartet
2:55
CherryGerry Mulligan Quartet
2:57
Tea For TwoGerry Mulligan Quartet
2:49
Moonlight In VermontGerry Mulligan Quartet
4:04
I'm Beginning To See The LightGerry Mulligan Quartet
3:06
TurnstileGerry Mulligan Quartet
2:57
Nights At The TurntableGerry Mulligan Quartet
2:53
I May Be WrongGerry Mulligan Quartet
2:57
Lullaby Of The LeavesGerry Mulligan Quartet
3:12
Aren't You Glad You're YouGerry Mulligan Quartet
2:52
CariocaGerry Mulligan Quartet
2:25
Bark For A BarksdaleGerry Mulligan Quartet
3:13
Love Me Or Leave MeGerry Mulligan Quartet
2:41
Makin' WhoopeeGerry Mulligan Quartet
3:27
Five BrothersGerry Mulligan Quartet
3:01
The Nearness Of YouGerry Mulligan Quartet
2:50

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Product specifications

Details

Album: My Funny Valentine
Artist: Gerry Mulligan Quartet
LP release year: 1987
Album release date: 11 nov 2016
Label: Columbia
Available: No

Product information

Format: LP
Quantity: 1 piece(s)
Type: Reissue
Mono or stereo: Stereo
Duration: 48 min
Tracks: 16 tracks

Other

Limited Edition: No
Country: Canada
Genre: Cool jazz
Box set: No
Remastered: No
Reissue: Yes

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Reviews

4.7

Average of 6 reviews

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Mid-Century Jazz Quartet Shines
4 out of 5 stars
yukfihyked26 December 2025United States🇺🇸
Settled on the couch in 2020, grooving to Gerry and Art Farmer's (trumpet) tunes, backed by Bill Crow (bass) and Dave Bailey (drums) from their sessions on Dec 17 & Dec 23, 1958. Side 1 is all from JANUARY 15, 1959. Columbia records boasted on the jacket, "Guaranteed hi-fidelity." Yeah, there's some pops 'n' crackles, but the liner motes wrap up with, " In short, you can buy this record without worrying it'll be outdated in the future." My Funny Valentine, slow and thoughtful, showcases how Farmer's trumpet, with just a touch of fingerings and breathing, speaks volumes, while Gerry's reed and pads blend in to create a mournful tune. The plucked bass strings and gently placed high hat, a super subtle brush on the snare, with a soft bass drum to finish, transports a listener right back to those winter days of mid-century modern jazz. This little quartet truly shines, upbeat and downbeat.
Jazz Quartet Delight
5 out of 5 stars
8vbLicor4 February 2025United States🇺🇸
I must say, this was a pleasant surprise. I wasn't familiar with this artist or the quartet. Picked it up with some other jazz tracks and wow, I'd set my price at 'make me part with it'—this album is genuinely fantastic and the sound quality is impressive too.
Audiophile's Dream Sound
5 out of 5 stars
eyubexef11 October 2024United States🇺🇸
Incredible sound quality for audiophiles... Don't miss out and get it while you can...
Fantastic Album Pressing
5 out of 5 stars
hajzfxeuhx6 September 2024United States🇺🇸
This is a fantastic pressing of a superb album. The instruments sound like they're right there with you in the room.
Phenomenal Album Quality
5 out of 5 stars
fusiwerimufmaboko31 May 2024United States🇺🇸
This album is absolutely phenomenal. The quality of the mastering and pressing is right up there with the finest Audiophile Pressings and Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab records I own.