Kenny Burrell -Guitar Forms (Acoustic Sounds) -Verve LP Grooves.land/Playthek

Details / Tracklist:

01. "Downstairs (Master Take)"
02. "Lotus Land"
03. "Terrace Theme (Master Take)"
04. "Excerpts From Prelude No. 2"

05. "Moon And Sand"
06. "Loie"
07. "Greensleeves"
08. "Last Night When We Were Young"
09. "Breadwinner (Master Take)"

Number of discs:

Extra-Infos:

180g

Description:

Guitar Forms by Kenny Burrell, released 10 May 2024, includes the following tracks: "Terrace Theme", "Moon And Sand", "Greensleeves", "Breadwinner" and more. This version of Guitar Forms comes as a 1xLP. - 180G

Limited 180gm vinyl LP pressing housed in gatefold tip-on jacket. A cornerstone of any jazz library. Kenny Burrell's concept for this album was to demonstrate a variety of jazz guitar styles. And he does so, masterfully. Of particular interest "Moon and Sand" by Burrell and the Gil Evans Orchestra showcases an engaging guitar performance with a Latin combo.

Recorded December 4 & 15, 1964 and April 5 & 12, 1965 at Van Gelder Studios, Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey. [On rear and labels] A Verve Records release; Original released in 1965 on Verve Records © 2024 UMG Recordings, Inc. Distributed by Universal Music Enterprises, A Division of UMG Recordings, Inc. Track B3: P.D. (Public Domain) Mastered from the original analog tapes. Runouts are etched except "STERLING" is stamped.

"Guitar Forms (Acoustic Sounds)" is a remarkable LP by the legendary jazz guitarist Kenny Burrell, released under the prestigious Verve label. This album showcases Burrell's masterful technique and expressive range, blending elements of jazz, blues, and classical music into a cohesive and captivating listening experience. The arrangements on "Guitar Forms" are sophisticated yet accessible, featuring lush orchestrations by Gil Evans that perfectly complement Burrell?s nuanced guitar work. Highlights include tracks like ?Lotus Land? and ?Downstairs,? which demonstrate both his technical prowess and emotional depth. Kenny Burrell has long been celebrated as one of the most influential figures in jazz guitar; his collaborations with artists such as Dizzy Gillespie, John Coltrane, and Billie Holiday have cemented his reputation worldwide. Verve Records is renowned for its commitment to high-quality jazz recordings since its founding in 1956 by Norman Granz?home to iconic releases from Ella Fitzgerald to Stan Getz?and continues to be synonymous with excellence in sound.

Vinyl:

black, 180g, Tip-On-Gatefold, QPR

Manufacturer No.:

6504974

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