Live In Japan - Duke Jordan Trio - LP - Pre Owned Vinyl (Arrives in 21days)

Duke Jordan’s 'Live In Japan' is a luminous document of a revered pianist in his element, recorded during a 1976 tour that found him revitalized by the warm embrace of Japanese jazz aficionados. The trio—Jordan, alongside the ever-attuned Sam Jones (bass) and Leroy Williams (drums)—unfurls a set that is both conversational and effortlessly melodic. Jordan, best known for his vital contributions to the bebop era and his time with Charlie Parker, brings a lyrical sensitivity to every note; his touch is gentle but assured, his improvisations unfolding with a storyteller’s patience. The setlist is a balanced journey through Jordan originals and standards, each piece revealing subtle emotional depths and a keen sense of interplay within the trio. What sets this recording apart is not only the pristine sound quality—capturing the nuances of a live jazz club—but also the palpable rapport between the musicians and their audience. For collectors and listeners who crave authenticity, 'Live In Japan' offers a rare window into the enduring beauty of small-group jazz, delivered by a pianist whose understated elegance deserves a permanent place on any discerning jazz lover’s shelf. Track List: A1 - Flight To Jordan - 6:10 A2 - Forecast - 6:40 A3 - Paula - 3:25 A4 - Bluebird - 5:55 B1 - Misty Thursday - 5:40 B2 - W'utless - 5:35 B3 - Scotch Blues - 6:45 B4 - Jordu - 5:55 C1 - Two Loves - 3:15 C2 - In My Solitude - 3:30 C3 - No Problem - 9:10 C4 - Cold Bordeaux Blues - 6:45 D1 - Tall Grass - 4:05 D2 - I'm Gonna Learn Your Style - 4:10 D3 - Embraceable You - 4:40 D4 - Night Train From Snekkersten - 6:10 D5 - Jordu - 2:25 D6 - Flight To Japan - 1:40