Lee Konitz Tenary +2 (Japanese original project, latest mastering, commentary, b

Product Description Contents Introduction Treasury of 70's Mainstream Jazz -CHOICE RECORDS- Founded in 1970 by Jerry MacDonald. Based in New York State, the label has consistently pursued the path of acoustic jazz, producing masterpieces by artists such as Irene Krall and Carol Sloane, and featuring three albums by the up-and-coming pianist Joanne Brackeen, who is known for her own compositions. Now, after approximately 30 years, all 32 titles of the CHOICE label's masterpieces, full of handcrafted charm, have been reissued! Original jacket reproductions, 2020 latest digital remastering, and new liner notes included. Supervision and commentary: Kazunori Harada A collector's item featuring the rare tenor saxophone playing of Lee Konitz (who passed away in April 2020), a giant of alto saxophone who continued to be active on the front lines from the 1940s. This album is a tribute to the revered Lester Young and to his close friend, tenor saxophonist Richie Kamuca, who passed away shortly before their second recording session. Personnel: Lee Konitz (ts), Jimmy Rowles (p), Michael Moore (b) Release year: 1978, Recording: January and July 1977 McDonald Studios (Long Island, New York) 1. I Remember You 2. Skylark 3. Thanks for the Memory 4. You Are Too Beautiful 5. Handful of Stars 6. Autumn Nocturne 7. Tangerine 8. Tenorly 9. Lady Be Good 10. Gypsy 11. Tiz Autumn Media Reviews and More A collector's item featuring Lee Konitz (who passed away in April 2020), a giant of alto saxophone who was active on the front lines from the 1940s, playing the tenor saxophone throughout this rare album. This album is a tribute to the revered Lester Young and to his close friend, tenor saxophonist Richie Kamuca, who passed away shortly before the second recording session. (C)RS About the Artists: Lee Konitz (ts), Jimmy Rowles (p), Michael Moore (b)