Trompeta Toccata – A Classic Kenny Dorham Blue Note Jazz Album

Product Information

Key Details

• UPC: 094636263526
• Catalog Number: BST 84181
• Product Type: Jazz Album Remastered Edition
• Format: Stereo Audio (CD)
• Label: BLUE NOTE, a Capitol Music Label

Artists & Personnel:

• Kenny Dorham – Trumpet
• Joe Henderson – Tenor Saxophone
• Tommy Flanagan – Piano
• Richard Davis – Bass
• Albert Heath – Drums

Produced by Alfred Lion; Reissue produced by Michael Cuscuna.

Overview

Step into the rich world of hard bop with Trompeta Toccata, a timeless jazz recording led by the celebrated trumpeter Kenny Dorham. Originally recorded on September 14, 1964, at the renowned Van Gelder Studio in Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey, this album captures a stellar performance by a dream quintet featuring Joe Henderson, Tommy Flanagan, Richard Davis, and Albert Heath. Remastered in 2006 by Rudy Van Gelder at 24-bit resolution, this reissue brings every intricate detail of the performance to life, preserving the soulful intensity and meticulous artistry of the original session.

Product Features

Format & Specifications

• Audio Quality:
  Remastered from the original analog tapes at 24-bit resolution to ensure exceptional clarity and depth.
• Recording Date:
  September 14, 1964, at Van Gelder Studio, Englewood Cliffs, NJ.
• Remastering:
  Executed by Rudy Van Gelder in 2006.
• Reissue Production:
  Meticulously produced by Michael Cuscuna to retain historical fidelity and sound excellence.
• Packaging:
  Distinguished by cover photography by Francis Wolff, cover design by Reid Miles, and authentic liner photographs provided by Francis Wolff (Mosaic Images).

Track Listing & Timings

1. Trompeta Toccata – 12:20
   A dynamic opening track that highlights Dorham’s lyrical trumpet style.
2. Night Watch – 5:43
   A compact yet expressive piece that underscores the band’s synergistic interplay.
3. Mamacita – 11:01
   An engaging composition that blends bold improvisation with subtle rhythmic structures.
4. The Fox – 7:59
   A sophisticated closing number that ties together the distinctive elements of the session.

Interesting Facts

A Snapshot of Jazz Innovation

• Historic Recording Session:
  Captured at the legendary Van Gelder Studio, this album documents a pivotal moment in the evolution of modern jazz and hard bop.

• Superior Remastering:
  By transferring the original analog tapes into high-resolution 24-bit digital, Rudy Van Gelder’s 2006 remastering ensures that listeners experience sound quality with pristine fidelity and warmth.

• Blue Note Legacy:
  As part of the iconic Blue Note catalogue, Trompeta Toccata continues to inspire jazz enthusiasts with its blend of creative improvisation and impeccable musicianship.

• Stellar Lineup:
  The collaboration between Kenny Dorham and his esteemed band members, including Joe Henderson’s expressive tenor saxophone and Tommy Flanagan’s masterful piano work, makes this session an indispensable addition to any jazz collection.

Publishers

Published by BLUE NOTE – a Capitol Music Label. The copyright in this sound recording is owned by Blue Note Records (2006). All rights reserved. Printed in the EU.

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