[TR24][OF] Sonny Rollins - A Night at the Village Vanguard (Live) - 1957/2013 (Jazz)

“In preparing these hi def remasters, we were very conscientious about maintaining the feel of the original releases while adding a previously unattainable transparency and depth. It now sounds like you've set up your chaise lounge right in the middle of Rudy Van Gelder's studio!” - Blue Note President, Don Was.

Musicians:

Wilbur Ware - bass
Elvin Jones - drums
Donald Bailey - bass
Pete La Roca - drums

The Village Vanguard has been home to some of jazz’s finest performances. Rollins’ appearance at the legendary venue in 1957 proved he was one of post-bop’s most inventive and agile soloists. In peak form, Rollins enlisted two different bands for the historic shows. The afternoon show featured Donald Bailey on bass and Pete La Roca on drums, while the evening show featured bassist Wilbur Ware and drummer Elvin Jones. The ensemble dazzles with tunes including “A Night in Tunisia,” “Woody 'N You” and “I Can't Get Started.”
Reviews
"His tone was full and sexy and rough and exciting on this evening in November, 1957, and so was his genius." - All About Jazz