Uncle Gerry's Jazz #3

Now Playing: The Modern Jazz Quartet - The Modern Jazz Quartet

The Jazzprint

Released
1957— Atlantic 1265

Style
Cool Jazz

The Lineup
John Lewis — piano
Milt Jackson — vibraharp
Percy Heath — bass
Connie Kay — drums

Track of the Day
Bag’s Groove (click to listen)

This Album’s Flavour
Midnight Smoke: Smoky, slow-burning, and effortlessly smooth. For dim lights and late hours.

One Thought
John Lewis, the band’s pianist and musical director, felt the album was their best.

Tell Me Something
What do you hear in the Modern Jazz Quartet that I might be missing as a new listener?