Gettin' Together! - Art Pepper - LP - Pre Owned Vinyl (Arrives in 21days)

Art Pepper’s 'Gettin’ Together!' stands as a beacon in the landscape of early-60s jazz, capturing a West Coast master at the height of his creative powers. This 1960 session finds Pepper in the company of East Coast heavyweights—Wynton Kelly, Paul Chambers, and Jimmy Cobb—making for a rare and electrifying collaboration. The album brims with inventive interplay, as Pepper’s alto saxophone effortlessly navigates bebop intricacies and soulful ballads alike, all with a spirited urgency. Tracks like 'Rhythm-a-Ning' and 'Bijou the Poodle' showcase Pepper’s lyrical phrasing and emotional depth, while the rhythm section brings a hard-swinging, vivacious pulse. 'Gettin’ Together!' is more than a meeting of coasts; it’s a testament to Pepper’s resilience and his ability to reinvent himself through music. The album’s modern, vibrant sound and dynamic improvisations make it a must-own for any jazz lover, vinyl collector, or anyone curious about the intersection of cool and hard bop. This is not just another session—it’s a vibrant document of an artist thriving amid collaboration, and a vital addition to any thoughtful jazz collection. Track List: A1 - Whims Of Chambers - 6:56 A2 - Bijou The Poodle - 5:48 A3 - Why Are We Afraid? - 3:36 A4 - Softly, As In A Morning Sunrise - 6:55 B1 - Rhythm-A-Ning - 7:15 B2 - Diane - 5:03 B3 - Gettin' Together - 7:50