“Buck Hill is one of the most notable ‘regional’ jazzmen in America…” (The Penguin Guide to Jazz) “…the saxophonist is continuously improving…his contribution is ever convincingly superb..” (Jazz Magazine) Previously issued on SCCD 31160 & SCCD 31173

“…one of the loveliest recordings of this or any other year …” (Larry Kart, Chicago Tribune) “…filled with excellent performances this album will satisfy you completely…” (Takashi Kubota, Swing Journal) “…highly listenable for guitar enthusiasts, and those who prefer the lighter sounds in jazz.” (Nevil Skrimshire, Jazz Journal) Previously issued on SCCD 31118 & SCCD 31134

“...music of extreme sophistication yet perfect lucidity...A Zen-like tranquillity pervades this album of duets with another virtuoso Richard Davis...” (R.W. , Melody Maker) “...an important vibes record.” (Chris Sheridan, Jazz Journal) “....quite an achievement, balancing fantasy and friction with grace as a fulcrum....calm, lucid, colorful, and captivating...” (Art Lange, CODA) Previously issued on SCCD 31089 & SCCD 31213

“Admirable!” (Jazz Magazine) “..Miles Davis is not a notable enthusiast of singers, but one exception was Shirley Horn, a Washington-based improviser (on piano as well)...” (Nat Hentoff, Modern Recording & Music) Previously issued on SCCD 31257 & SCCD 31164

“ ...if you appreciate Bley’s quintessential lyricism and Lundgaard’s singing lines, this one and the other (Live Again SCCD 31230) are noteworthy albums...” (A.G., Compact, September 1989) “...The Rapport between Bley and Lundgaard is perfect...” (Birger Jørgensen, Aarhuus Stiftstidende) Previously issued on SCCD 31223 & SCCD 31230

“...extremely charming main stream jazz..” (Swing Journal) “...quite dynamic and impressive modern jazz approach...it is too interesting a sample of Drew’s work to be allowed to escape unnoticed.” (M.J. Melody Maker, Dec. 4, 1976) “A valuable addition to the already extremely impressive series of albums Kenny Drew has recorded for SteepleChase over the last few years.” (M.S. Jazz Journal April 1976) Previously issued on SCCD 31016 & SCCD 31034

This is the second volume of the virtuoso jazz pianist Phineas Newborn’s rare recording of a private jam session from Stockholm which was the last stop of the lengthy European tour of Norman Grantz’ “Jazz From Carnegie Hall”. “...The music offered here is .... a perfect beauty...” (Francois Postif, La Marseillaise)

The sequel to Dorham’s highly acclaimed “Short Story” SCCD 36010 “not only contains superb examples of the mature Dorham style, but affords a rare opportunity for comparison with what might have been, by placing him alongside the famous Swedish trumpeter, Rolf Ericson, who hews to the more traditional, vertical style of Bebop trumpet.” (Chris Sheridan)

Trumpeter Kenny Dorham (1924 - 1972) played in Dizzy Gillespie’s bop big band and then joined Charlie Parker’s quintet. He was a founding member of the Jazz Messengers. Also played in Max Roach’s quintet and co-led a group with Joe Henderson. “...this is a true find...documenting Dorham in fine shape...One of best performance of Tete Montoliu...” (Swing Journal) “...The trumpeter probably could not have found a better rhythm section for his 1963 European tour...there are enough privileged moments here to make this disc a must for serious students of the jazz trumpet...” (Cadence)

Saxophonist and playwright Archie Shepp (b. May 24, 1937 in Fort Lauderdale. FL) then 26 years old visited Copenhagen in the fall of 1963 as a member of the famed New York Contemporary Five. Though Shepp at that time was the passionate practitioner of Free jazz, this recording in which he shared the bandstand with Sweden’s legendary baritone sax Gullin is something quite different from what one normally expects from Shepp in the 60s. It is Shepp playing straight jazz with audible enjoyment showing off his broad range of expression.

The sequel to “Dr. Jackle” (SCCD 36005). Then 34 Jackie McLean was already a mature musician with personal style. “...a live recording in which McLean performs with clarity and beauty backed up by a fine rhythm section...” (Thomas Millroth, Orkester Journal)

“...an intriguing recording, because it catches one of the idiom’s most important trumpeters, not merely at the height of his mature powers, but at an interesting point of transition between two of the very best editions of his small bands...” (Chris Sheridan) “.....The heavily blues based styles of Mance and Wright complemented the soulful side of Gillespie who was without question at the peak of his powers at this time....As with all of Nils Winther’s work, the sound is beautifully balanced, and the digital transfers are excellent.” (Cadence)

This volume concludes the celebrated series of Bud Powell recording from Gyllen Cirkeln (earlier releases SCH 36001, SCH 36002, SCH 36009 & SCH 36014). There is Bud’s rare vocal on This Is No Laughin’ Matter. “The sum of Bud’s recordings at the Golden Circle is, then a study of a musician in travail, yet one who, despite the flaws, is able to project a strongly emotional body of music to the listeners...” (Chris Sheridan, from the linernotes)

.... Buttercup (Bud’s wife) described their stay in Stockholm as “a grand experience - we were very happy there”. Much of this comes across in recordings which really do come close to Bud’s finest achievements of a 2decade earlier. .... from the linernotes by Chris Sheridan

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)

This is the first release of SteepleChase 36000 series which distinguishes itself from the 31000 series as it concentrates on releasing the old recordings we acquired to document the great moments of jazz history. The recording sources are varied: radio shows, live concerts, private recordings, etc. Although most of the releases from this series can be described as historical recordings, we made it a point to obtain legal clearance from the artists or their estates for each and every release and to improve the sound quality when technically possible. This poignant recording (private - by the club owner) from Stockholms’s famous Gyllene Cirkeln (Golden Circle) jazz club finds Bud in an increasingly rare period of clarity and stability. “...A unique voice...irreplicable..” (Compact)

“The uncompromisingly original” Jackie McLean was the driving force of the early 60s’ Hard Bop and “Free” jazz. Within a year of this live session Jackie cut himself off the recording scene until he reappeared in SteepleChase’s first release “Live At Montmartre” SCCD 31001. “...All modern collections should include a smattering of McLean..” (Jazz Journal) “Jackie McLean, a true, acrobatic talent of alto sax...” (Jazz Hot)

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)

Dexter In Radioland vol. 3 “Those were the nights in the summer of 64, sitting home in your pad turning the dial on the radio, and suddenly the mighty Dexter Gordon is on the air. You are in Radioland with one of the godfathers of bebop...”(Ib Skovgaard - from the linernotes.) “....an impressive document of the time.” (Barry McRae, Jazz Journal International November 1990)

Here’s the second volume of the celebrated Bud Powell recording from Gyllen Cirkeln (Vol. 1 - SCCD 36001). There are three more volumes to come. All tracks have never been issued before. “...there is no other recording which allows you to enjoy Powell so thoroughly as this series. Precious releases.” (Eiichi Fujii, Swing Journal) “ ....Absolutely indispensable.” (Pierre Schavey, JAZZ)

Dexter In Radioland vol. 5 This fifth volume finds Dexter with his best rhythm section. “...This collection of recordings from the Montmartre Club in Copenhagen in the Sixties...captures Gordon in full bloom....when Gordon hits his stride, as he does on the blues choruses of “Soul Sister”, there is every reason to join in the cheering of the audience. Remember him this way.” (Clive Davis, The Arts)

Dexter In Radioland vol. 7 The seventh and last volume of live transmission from the 60’s captures the exuberant atmosphere of the legendary ‘Dexter nights’ at Montmartre. “...The music here, recorded for Danish radio. all comes form 1964, when Dexter was at...the zenith of his career and probably the happiest time of his life...” (Steve Voce, Jazz FM)

This is the second transmission of the Danish Radio’s bi-weekly jazz programme two weeks after the first volume “If I Had You” SCCD 36016. “...Moore knew how to tell a story... he beguiled many of us back then and still does...” (Mark Gardner)