Jazz
Dexter Gordon
1923–1990. American saxophonist. in the Bebop/Hard Bop tradition.
Dexter Gordon was a defining tenor saxophonist of the bebop era, known for his deep tone and laid-back phrasing. Later fame boosted by his role in the 1986 film 'Round Midnight.
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Cry Me A River
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Dexter In Radioland vol. 1
Dexter In Radioland is a mini series within the 36000 “classic” series and there are 7 volumes capturing Dexter in the very best period of his career. Copenhagen was his adoptive home in the 60s and the recordings here took place in the famous jazz club Montmartre with packed with enthusiastic audiences night after night.
“...it is difficult to forget the staggering impact made by Dexter Gordon during his early sorties before European audiences....These splendid recordings celebrate Dexter’s first year in Europe and confirm that what we heard then was every bit as good as it seemed....There is a bonus...Atli Bjørn’s highly economical and individual style deserved a wider audience...” (Jazz Journal)
“...there is every reason to join in the cheering of the audience. Remember him this way.” (The Times)
I Want More
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Dexter In Radioland vol. 4
“...This music here, recorded for Danish radio, all comes from 1964, when Dexter was at what we see with hindsight to have been both the zenith of his career and probably the happiest time of his life....” (Steve Voce, JAZZ FM)
Cheese Cake
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Jan 01, 1990
“This excellent series of records which starts with a Montmartre Jazzhus live date from 1962 documents the way in which Gordon was playing when he arrived in Europe....his big tone failing to disguise his natural lyricism and his ability to brand a ballad his own. ....The support he received throughout this series was good and one can almost race the main group’s progress as the series unfolds...” (Barry McRae, Jazz Journal)
Swedish Nights
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Nov 15, 1995
“Some might criticise that Dexter put out too many albums but this recording I cannot do without...” (Jyllandsposten)
“...a thoroughly satisfying late-night-set.” (Michael Tucker, Jazz Journal International)
Previously issued on SCCD 31224 & SCCD 31226
The Shadow Of Your Smile
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Apr 15, 1992
The Shadow Of Your Smile
Swiss Nights, Vol. 3
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Jan 01, 1987
Swiss Nights, Vol. 3
Swiss Nights, Vol. 2
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Jan 01, 1988
Swiss Nights, Vol. 2
Revelation
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Oct 15, 1995
Revelation
The Meeting
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The Meeting
Round Midnight
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Sep 15, 1991
Round Midnight
Biting The Apple
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Recorded in NYC in the midst of Dexter’s great come back to the USA Biting The Apple was awarded the Grand Prix du Disque Diamant of 1978 by the Montreux Jazz Festival.
“Biting The Apple being recorded around the same time as his “Homecoming” (CBS) album sounds much better with strong backing by pianist Barry Harris, bassist Sam Jones and drummer Al Foster.” (Oakland Tribune) 180g Audiophile Vinyl
Something Different
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“… ‘Something Different’…finds Gordon at the top of his form…While melodic continuity has always been one of Gordon’s trademarks, the seamless passion of his playing here makes ‘Something Different’ one of the tenor giant’s essential albums.” (Larry Kart, Chicago Tribune)
“… The great tenor saxophonist is in grand form in a quartet in which he is complemented and challenged by the young Belgian guitarist Philip Catherine and by Gordon’s favourite drummer, Billy Higgins …” (Doug Ramsey, Chronicles Of Culture) 180g Audiophile Vinyl
Lullaby For A Monster
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Jun 15, 1991
Lullaby For A Monster
It's You Or No One
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Jan 01, 1990
Dexter In Radioland vol. 6
With his favourite rhythm section, Dexter leads the proceedings of this sixth volume of live transmission from the 60’s European jazz Mecca Montmartre .
“This excellent series of records which starts with Montmartre Jazzhus live date from 1962 documents the way in which Gordon was playing when he arrived in Europe ... They prove that he was playing very well at the time...” (Barry McRae, Jazz Journal International)
Billie's Bounce
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Britten / Saunders / Jackman: Music For Solo Oboe
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