Trombone Workshop – Jiggs Whigham, Albert Mangelsdorff, Åke Persson, Slide Hampton – LP – Pre Owned Vinyl (Arrives in 14days)

Trombone Workshop assembles an extraordinary quartet of trombone visionaries—Jiggs Whigham, Albert Mangelsdorff, Åke Persson, and Slide Hampton—at the height of their creative powers. This album is a rare convergence of contrasting European and American approaches to jazz trombone, resulting in a sonic dialogue that is as intellectually stimulating as it is musically invigorating. Each artist brings a distinct voice: Mangelsdorff’s adventurous use of multiphonics, Persson’s robust lyricism, Whigham’s agile phrasing, and Hampton’s harmonic daring. The interplay is playful yet daring, with moments of wild improvisational freedom balanced by thoughtful ensemble passages. The tracklist serves as a showcase not only for individual brilliance but for the collective possibilities of the instrument—stretching the trombone’s expressive range far beyond its traditional role. For jazz aficionados and collectors alike, Trombone Workshop stands as a testament to the instrument’s versatility and to the creative synergy that can emerge when masters meet. This is not just an album; it’s an artifact of jazz innovation, ideal for anyone who appreciates the art of collaboration and the thrill of musical exploration.

Track List:
A1 – Trombone Suit – 9:30
A2 – Mother Someplace – 7:18
A3 – Uli’s Dance – 4:38
B1 – Ice – Nine – 10:00
B2 – A Certain Beauty – 9:18