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

Few recordings have the seismic impact of John Coltrane’s “Live” At The Village Vanguard. Captured over several nights in 1961, this album documents Coltrane’s fearless leap into new sonic territories, with his quartet pushing the limits of jazz improvisation and expression. The Village Vanguard, a storied New York club, becomes a crucible for Coltrane’s explorations, where standards dissolve into spiritual and modal improvisations. With Eric Dolphy’s reeds adding unpredictable colors, Elvin Jones’s volcanic drumming, and McCoy Tyner’s searching piano, you hear a group in constant, inventive motion. Tracks such as “Spiritual” and “Chasin’ the Trane” don’t just showcase virtuosity—they reveal a restless search for meaning, freedom, and transcendence in music. This isn’t background jazz; it’s an immersive, at times challenging listen that rewards close attention. For collectors and adventurous listeners alike, this album stands as a critical document in jazz history—a turning point that inspired generations to come. Owning it isn’t just about having a classic; it’s about experiencing the moment when jazz cracked open and revealed new possibilities.

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