Charles Mingus and Friends In Concert - Charles Mingus - LP - Pre Owned Vinyl (Arrives in 14days)

Recorded live at Philharmonic Hall in 1972, 'Charles Mingus and Friends In Concert' is much more than a jazz album—it’s an event. Mingus, ever the visionary, assembles a dazzling roster of jazz greats including Dizzy Gillespie, Gerry Mulligan, and Lee Konitz for a night that pulses with creative urgency and collaborative energy. The setlist is a celebration of Mingus’s catalog, from the riotous 'Jump Monk' to the soulful 'Goodbye Pork Pie Hat', each piece elevated by spontaneous interplay and the palpable joy of musicians pushing each other to new heights. The arrangements are lush yet unpredictable, shifting seamlessly between tight ensemble passages and explosive solos. This record captures a unique moment in jazz history: the coming together of icons, each with their own storied legacy, united under Mingus’s fiercely expressive direction. For collectors, the album serves as both a thrilling listen and a time capsule of an era when boundaries were tested and the spirit of improvisation reigned supreme. Whether you’re a lifelong Mingus devotee or looking to deepen your jazz collection, this live recording offers a window into the raw, communal magic that defines the best of the genre. Track List: A1 - Honeysuckle Rose (Opening Theme) - 7:28 A2 - Jump Monk - 7:17 A3 - Mingus Blues - 5:29 B1 - Us Is Two - 9:05 B2 - E's Flat, Ah's Flat Too - 10:23 B3 - Eclipse - 3:29 C1 - Little Royal Suite - 16:12 C2 - Ool-Ya-Koo - 3:54 D1 - E.S.P - 7:33 D2 - Ecclusiastics - 8:44