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Our Man In Paris

Dexter Gordon

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Format: LP

Cat No: VNL22713

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Release Date:  13 December 2024

Label:  Ermitage

Packaging Type:  Slip Sleeve (CD or Vinyl)

No of Units:  1

Barcode:  3770024957136

Genres:  Jazz  Hard Bop  

  • Description

    In 1962, Gordon relocated to Paris, where he became part of a vibrant jazz community. He was already a well-established figure in the jazz world due to his groundbreaking work in the 1940s and 1950s. His decision to live in Europe revitalized his career, allowing him to continue evolving as a musician away from the struggles in the USA: he enjoyed enormous respect in Europe, which allowed him to perform freely, often in clubs and on tours, without the burdens of American racism. Paris had long been a haven for jazz musicians: artists like Miles Davis, Thelonious Monk, and John Coltrane were celebrated in Europe, and the French jazz scene, in particular, became a hotspot for both American expatriates and European musicians. Dexter Gordon quickly became one of the leading figures in that scene. Our Man in Paris is a celebrated jazz album and it is widely regarded as one of Gordon's best works. It is considered one of Gordon's finest albums due to its blend of bebop virtuosity, lyrical improvisation, and the tight interplay between world-class musicians: a classic jazz record, beloved for its authenticity and the inspired performances of Dexter Gordon and his ensemble. This album is now considered a classic in the jazz canon that's not only a remarkable album because of its flawless execution and historical significance, but it also captures a pivotal moment in jazz history where American jazz musicians were embracing new experiences and sounds in Europe and captures the essence of Gordon's bebop roots while showcasing the influence of his time in Europe.

  • Tracklisting

      Disc 1

      Side 1

      • 1. Scrapple from the Apple
      • 2. Willow Weep for Me

      Side 2

      • 1. Broadway
      • 2. Stairway to the Stars
      • 3. A Night in Tunisia