Disc 01 01. Mingus, Charles Jazz Workshop "Pithecanthropus erectus"
02. Mingus, Charles Jazz Workshop "A foggy day"
03. Mingus, Charles Jazz Workshop "Profile of Jackie"
04. Mingus, Charles Jazz Workshop "Love chant"
05. Mingus, Charles "Memories of You"
06. Mingus, Charles "East Coasting"
07. Mingus, Charles "West Coast Ghost"
08. Mingus, Charles "Celia"
09. Mingus, Charles "Conversation"
10. Mingus, Charles "Fifty-First Street Blues"
Disc 02 01. Mingus, Charles Jazz Workshop "Haitian fight song"
02. Mingus, Charles Jazz Workshop "Blue cee"
03. Mingus, Charles Jazz Workshop "Reincarnation of a lovebird"
04. Mingus, Charles Jazz Workshop "The clown"
05. Mingus, Charles "Dizzy moods"
06. Mingus, Charles "Ysabel's table dance"
07. Mingus, Charles "Tijuana gift shop"
08. Mingus, Charles "Los mariachis (The street musicians)"
09. Mingus, Charles "Flamingo"
Number of discs:
2
Description:
Runningtime: 00:00:00, Labelcode EMSC1315
"Four Classic Albums" is a remarkable CD collection by the legendary jazz bassist and composer Charlie Mingus, released by Avid Jazz. This set brings together four of Mingus's most influential albums, showcasing his innovative approach to jazz composition and performance. Known for blending elements of hard bop, gospel, classical music, and avant-garde jazz, Mingus created a unique sound that has inspired generations of musicians. His career highlights include masterpieces like "Mingus Ah Um," "The Black Saint and the Sinner Lady," and collaborations with icons such as Duke Ellington. The included albums in this compilation capture the energy, complexity, and emotional depth that define Mingus?s legacy. Avid Jazz is renowned for its high-quality reissues of classic jazz recordings, making essential works accessible to new audiences while preserving their original charm.