Live At "Sweet Basil" - Vol. 1
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David Murray is one of the most vital voices in contemporary jazz, a saxophonist equally comfortable in bebop contexts and the avant-garde. This 1985 live recording from Sweet Basil captures his big band in full flight—a rare opportunity to hear ambitious orchestral jazz rooted in tradition but pushing toward freedom. The band negotiates complex arrangements and spontaneous group improvisation with remarkable cohesion; solos ignite but never escape the ensemble's gravitational pull. Murray's tone is robust and commanding, his ideas generous. If you want to understand how the post-bop tradition evolved into something more experimental, or simply experience a master saxophonist leading an inspired ensemble, this Italian Black Saint release delivers thoroughly.
Item Details+
| Genre | Jazz |
| Style | Big Band, Avant-garde Jazz, Free Improvisation |
| Media | Very Good Plus (VG+) |
| Sleeve | Very Good Plus (VG+) |
| Description | Has italian catalogue number and matrix but japanese infosheet/obi included. Close to NM. |
| Label | Black Saint |
| Year | 1985 |
| Country | Italy |
| Format | LP |
Tracklist+
A1. Lovers 8:20
A2. Bechet's Bounce 12:05
B1. Silence 5:55
B2. Duet For Big Band 16:10
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