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