V.A – Modern Jazz Gallery | Kapp Records [used]

Kapp, a popular music label from New York, USA, approached the then-thriving West Coast Jazz scene. This original two-disc compilation objectively conveys the excitement of the scene in 1957 and the charm of its rich and diverse musicality.

It includes 24 tracks by three big bands led by popular musicians such as Marty Paich and Med Flory, and three combo groups. It offers a casual experience of the "happy and glamorous" and "cool and smart" image of West Coast Jazz.

The hidden highlight of this work is the four tracks by the John Towner Quartet.
This young pianist named John Towner, who could play everything from aggressive pieces to delicate ballads, later became John Williams, a master of Hollywood film music, producing soundtracks for "Star Wars" and "Jurassic Park."

Loring Eutemey, who later designed album covers for many jazz masterpieces by artists such as John Coltrane and Charles Mingus, was responsible for the cover illustration.

Item Details

Artwork:	Loring Eutemey(illustration), Irving Werbin(design)
Format :	2LP, vinyl, mono, gatefold
Product number:	KXL 5001
Label :	Kapp Records
Released :	1957
Country:	US
Barcode:	-
Notes:	・Silver/Maroon label ・Deep Groove
Sleeve Condition:	★★★☆☆ VG-　(Good) Discoloration due to age, some cracks, spot stains on gatefold
Media Condition:	★★★☆☆  VG+ Minor scratches/scuffs that do not affect playback. Please also check the audio samples.
Keyword:	#1950s #daytime

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Audio samples

 

A1: Russell Garcia Orchestra - MUSIC CITY

B4: Warne Marsh Quintet - TIME'S UP

C1: Marty Paich Orchestra - FOUR BLOW FOUR'S

D3: John Towner Quartet - AUNT ORSAVELLA