El Rojo (The Complete Keynote / Capitol Small Groups Recordings & More)
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Red Norvo was a vibraphonist who pioneered the instrument in jazz, establishing it as a serious solo voice during swing and bebop. El Rojo—his nickname—collects his complete small group recordings from Keynote and Capitol, offering a comprehensive portrait of his artistry. These sessions capture Norvo's distinctive tone: warm, crystalline, always swinging. His collaborators read like a who's who of jazz royalty, and the music spans from swing to bebop with Norvo's vibraphone sitting beautifully in the ensemble, trading solos and driving the rhythm forward. His phrasing is melodic and inventive, never flashy but always musical and purposeful. For collectors exploring swing-era jazz and vibraphone history, this comprehensive collection is invaluable. Hear a master musician at the height of his powers.
Item Details+
| Genre | Jazz |
| Style | Swing, Bop |
| Media | Near Mint (NM or M-) |
| Sleeve | Near Mint (NM or M-) |
| Description | NM copy all around. |
| Label | Definitive Records (2) |
| Year | 1999 |
| Country | Andorra |
| Format | CD |
Tracklist+
1. Seven Come Eleven
2. Blues A la Red
3. Subtle Sextology
4. The Man I Love
5. I Got Rhythm
6. Sing Something Simple
7. Russian Lullaby
8. Hollyridge Drive
9. Under A Blanket Of Blue
10. I'll Follow You
11. Bop!!
12. There Ain't No Sweet Man That's Worth The Salt Of My Tears
13. Snuggled On Your Shoulder
14. Don't Let You Love Go Wrong
15. Steady Daddy
16. Please Love Me
17. Summer Night
18. El Rojo
19. (I Don't Stand A) Ghost Of A Chance (With You)
20. Band In Boston
21. Twelfth Street Rag
22. Take The Red Car
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