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Jazz Icons - Coleman Hawkins Live in '62 & '64
Jazz Icons: Coleman Hawkins presents two incredible concerts from 1962 and 1964 featuring 140 minutes of music. Both concerts feature stellar European and American side-musicians including Harry “Sweets” Edison on trumpet and drummer “Papa” Jo Jones – both jazz legends in their own right. The 1962 show is a newly-discovered one-hour concert from the Adolphe Sax Festival in Belgium, which has never been seen. Coleman Hawkins, “The Father of Jazz Saxophone,” demonstrates in these two concerts why he is still considered one of the most important innovators in the history of jazz.
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This release captures legendary saxophonist Coleman Hawkins in two distinct live performances from 1962 and 1964. The footage showcases Hawkins, a pivotal figure in jazz history, demonstrating his enduring mastery of the tenor saxophone. It features collaborations with other notable musicians, offering a glimpse into the vibrant jazz scene of the era and Hawkins' influential musical legacy.
Critical Reception
Upon its release, 'Jazz Icons: Coleman Hawkins Live in '62 & '64' was met with enthusiasm by jazz enthusiasts and critics alike. The collection was lauded for preserving significant historical performances by a foundational artist. Reviewers highlighted the technical prowess and emotional depth of Hawkins' playing, as well as the quality of the historical footage for its era. It's considered an essential release for understanding the evolution of jazz saxophone.
What Reviewers Say
Offers invaluable historical footage of a jazz titan.
Showcases Coleman Hawkins' continued brilliance into the 1960s.
A must-have for fans of classic jazz saxophone.
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Fun Fact
Coleman Hawkins' influence on the tenor saxophone was so profound that his 1939 recording of 'Body and Soul' is considered a landmark in jazz improvisation and helped to solidify the saxophone's role as a lead jazz instrument.
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