This edition presents all known recordings by the
legendary Shelly Manne quintet with Joe Gordon and
Richie Kamuca made at the Black Hawk, in San Francisco,
in 1959. This was the first time Shelly Manne and His
Men recorded in a live setting. - .. AT THE BLACK HAWK
Limited Edition 4-CD Box with 20-page booklet with updated liner notes.. This edition presents all known recordings by the legendary Shelly Manne quintet with Joe Gordon and Richie Kamuca made at the Black Hawk, in San Francisco, in 1959. This was the first time Shelly Manne and His Men recorded in a live setting.
"Complete Live At The Black Hawk" on CD by Shelly Manne & His Men is a remarkable jazz recording that captures the energy and spontaneity of live performance at one of San Francisco?s most legendary clubs. This collection features extended sets filled with inventive improvisations, showcasing the tight interplay between band members and their mastery over classic standards as well as original compositions. Released by Fingerpoppin Records, this edition offers pristine sound quality and insightful liner notes for both new listeners and seasoned collectors.
Shelly Manne was an influential American jazz drummer whose career spanned from the swing era through to modern jazz. As leader of "Shelly Manne & His Men," he became synonymous with West Coast Jazz, collaborating with legends like Stan Kenton, Shorty Rogers, and André Previn. The group?s performances at The Black Hawk are considered milestones in live jazz recordings?praised for their creativity, technical brilliance, and emotional depth.
Fingerpoppin Records is renowned among audiophiles for its dedication to high-quality reissues of classic jazz albums. Their meticulous remastering process ensures each release preserves the authenticity of the original sessions while enhancing clarity for today?s listeners.
Este es el disco indispensable de Shelly Manne. Lleno de energía, un jazz vibrante y alegre que, además, suena muy auténtico. Un disco necesario en toda discoteca, extraordinario.
