Meets Johnny Hodges/ What Is There To Say/ Meets Ben Webs
Description:
Four Classic Albums is an album by Gerry Mulligan, released in 1990. Four Classic Albums includes a.o. the following tracks: â??Bunnyâ?, â??Back Beatâ?, â??News From Blueportâ?, â??Festive Minorâ? and more. The album is a jazz 2-CD. - MEETS JOHNNY HODGES/WHAT IS THERE TO SAY/MEETS BEN WEBS
Track 1-15, "Rustic Hop", is from "Gerry Mulligan Quartet at Storyville".
"Four Classic Albums" is a remarkable CD collection by the legendary baritone saxophonist Gerry Mulligan, released by Avid Jazz. This compilation brings together four of Mulligan's most influential albums, showcasing his innovative approach to cool jazz and his mastery as both a performer and arranger. The selection highlights key moments from Mulligan?s prolific career in the 1950s, including collaborations with other jazz greats that helped define an era. Known for his melodic inventiveness and relaxed swing, Mulligan was instrumental in shaping West Coast jazz and has left an indelible mark on music history with hits like "Walkin' Shoes" and "Line for Lyons." Avid Jazz is renowned for its high-quality reissues of classic recordings, making essential works accessible to new generations of listeners while preserving their original charm.