Manteca - Live At Sweet Basil - Manhattan Jazz Quintet - Audio CD - Pre Owned CDs (Arrives in 14days)

There’s an unmistakable electricity in the air when the Manhattan Jazz Quintet takes the stage, and 'Manteca - Live At Sweet Basil' captures that rare alchemy in dazzling detail. Recorded at the legendary Sweet Basil jazz club, this live album is a testament to the group’s extraordinary chemistry and technical prowess. The quintet—featuring the formidable talents of Lew Soloff, George Young, David Matthews, Charnett Moffett, and Victor Lewis—reimagines classic jazz standards and Afro-Cuban gems with a sense of adventure and refined artistry. Their interpolation of Dizzy Gillespie’s 'Manteca' is a clinic in dynamic, high-energy performance, fusing intricate solos and tight ensemble passages with exuberant spontaneity. Every note crackles with the immediacy of a live audience, drawing you into the club’s intimate ambiance. For collectors and jazz aficionados alike, this album stands as both a historic document and a source of fresh inspiration—a vivid snapshot of five master musicians in their creative prime. Whether you’re discovering the Manhattan Jazz Quintet for the first time or deepening your appreciation of jazz’s live tradition, this recording is an essential addition to any serious vinyl collection. Track List: 1 - Manteca - 2 - George's Dilemma - 3 - Cherokee - 4 - Swing With It - 5 - Sweet Bossa - 6 - Stella By Starlight -