‘Live’ At Monterey ! – Don Ellis Orchestra* – LP – Pre Owned Vinyl (Arrives in 14days)

The Don Ellis Orchestra’s ‘Live’ At Monterey ! is a landmark recording that captures the restless creativity of one of jazz’s most visionary bandleaders. Recorded at the 1966 Monterey Jazz Festival, this album bursts with unorthodox time signatures, bracing brass textures, and an adventurous approach that challenged—and expanded—the very language of big band jazz. Ellis, a master trumpeter and composer, leads his ensemble through a dazzling labyrinth of odd meters and dynamic shifts, infusing the traditional big band format with avant-garde sensibilities and the pulse of the era’s burgeoning experimentation. The result is a live set that feels as urgent and unpredictable today as it did on that fabled Monterey stage. For collectors and jazz enthusiasts, this album is more than a historical document; it’s a testament to the fearless spirit of 1960s jazz, where boundaries were meant to be broken. Whether you’re a devotee of complex arrangements or simply crave the thrill of musical innovation, ‘Live’ At Monterey ! is an essential listen—a record that radiates the energy of a band at the height of its creative powers, unafraid to chart new territory in front of a captivated audience.

Track List:
A1 – 33 222 1 222 – 9:50
A2 – Concerto For Trumpet – 11:50
B1 – Passacaglia And Fugue – 6:20
B2 – New Nine – 11:18