“Live” At The Village Vanguard – Coltrane* – Audio CD – Pre Owned CDs (Arrives in 14days)

Few recordings capture the spirit of improvisational risk and creative daring quite like Coltrane’s “Live” At The Village Vanguard. Recorded over several nights in 1961, this album is a portal to a pivotal moment in jazz history—one where John Coltrane and his quartet redefined what was musically possible. The Village Vanguard’s intimate setting allowed Coltrane, with his iconic lineup featuring Elvin Jones, McCoy Tyner, and Jimmy Garrison, to stretch out and explore uncharted sonic territory. The group’s interplay is telepathic, especially on tracks like “Spiritual” and “Chasin’ the Trane,” where boundaries between soloist and ensemble dissolve into a swirling, searching unity. This isn’t background music; it’s jazz as a living, breathing dialogue—sometimes raw, sometimes serene, but always vital. Collectors and listeners alike will appreciate the historic fidelity and the palpable sense of presence that comes from a live performance at one of jazz’s most storied venues. For anyone seeking to understand Coltrane’s restless genius—or to simply immerse themselves in one of jazz’s most transformative moments—this album is essential listening.

Track List:
1 – Spiritual – 13:48
2 – Softly As In A Morning Sunrise – 6:40
3 – Chasin’ The Trane – 16:06