Product Description
Contents: The four albums that legendary saxophonist Clifford Jordan left behind in the late 1990s, the final years of his career, on Maple Shade Records, a label known for its commitment to high sound quality, are being reissued on CD in new specifications and released on vinyl for the first time! A thrilling and sophisticated, unconventional work by the brilliant Run Blake (piano) and Clifford Jordan (saxophone)! Run Blake, a pianist who expresses a wide range of musical styles from blues, gospel, jazz, and classical with innovative and unique performances, and Clifford Jordan, a legend who reached the pinnacle of maturity as a saxophonist, recorded a tense and exciting recording at Maple Shade's studio in 1989! From duo pieces like "Something To Live For" (M1), a reinterpretation of Billy Strayhorn's classic, and Blake's original "Vanguard" (M6), to the trio piece "Doug's Prelude" (M9) featuring trombonist Julian Priester, this album showcases high-purity sound where renowned players have sincerely engaged with every single note! World premiere on vinyl! Media Reviews and More: A thrilling and sophisticated, unconventional work by the brilliant Run Blake (piano) and Clifford Jordan (saxophone)! Run Blake, a pianist who expresses a wide range of musical styles from blues, gospel, jazz, and classical with innovative and unique performances, and Clifford Jordan, a legend who has reached the pinnacle of maturity as a saxophonist, recorded a tense and exciting album at Maple Shade Studios in 1989! From duo pieces such as "Something To Live For" (M1), a reinterpretation of Billy Strayhorn's classic, and Blake's original "Vanguard" (M6), to the trio piece "Doug's Prelude" (M9) featuring trombonist Julian Priester, this album showcases the high-purity sound of these masterful players earnestly engaging with each and every note! World premiere on vinyl! (C)RS
