The Modern Jazz Quartet

The Modern Jazz Quartet – European Concert, Vol. 1 (1960/2011)
FLAC (tracks) 24 bit/192 kHz | Time – 40:15 minutes | 1,65 GB | Genre: Jazz
Studio Masters, Official Digital Download | Front Cover | © Rhino Atlantic

European Concert, Vol.1 is an essential document to the quartet’s entrancing live energy. The celebrated work is a seamless blend of refined arrangements and masterful improvisation. The quartet comprised of John Lewis, Percy Heath, Connie Kay and Milt Jackson are in extraordinary form delivering unforgettable performances of “Django,” “I Should Care” and “Bluesology.” Captured with the pristine sonic depth of a hi-res recording, this definitive performance by the quartet is simply breathtaking.

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The Modern Jazz Quartet – European Concert, Vol. 2 (1962/2011)
FLAC (tracks) 24 bit/192 kHz | Time – 41:47 minutes | 1,44 GB | Genre: Jazz
Studio Masters, Official Digital Download | Front Cover | © Rhino Atlantic

European Concert, Vol.2 captures the Modern Jazz Quartet’s awe-inspiring live synergy. The quartet redefined the jazz genre with their unmatched improvisations. Comprised of jazz virtuosos John Lewis, Connie Kay, Percy Heath, and Milt Jackson, the album is full of exuberant playing and raw emotions. Included in the set are scintillating renditions of “’Round Midnight” and “Bags’ Groove.” The quartet’s performance will send shivers down your spine.

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The Modern Jazz Quartet – Blues On Bach (1973/2011)
FLAC (tracks) 24 bit/192 kHz | Time – 41:40 minutes | 1,40 GB | Genre: Jazz
Studio Masters, Official Digital Download | Front Cover | © Rhino Atlantic

Blues on Bach is the genre-defying album by The Modern Jazz Quartet comprised of vibraphonist Milt Jackson, pianist John Lewis, drummer Connie Kay and bassist Percy Heath. The diversified album is a combination of original blues compositions and works by Bach adapted with bluesy melodies. This hi-res remastering lends new clarity and depth to one of the most legendary quartets.

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The Modern Jazz Quartet – Live At The Lighthouse (1967/2011)
FLAC (tracks) 24 bit/192 kHz | Time – 38:04 minutes | 1,52 GB | Genre: Jazz
Studio Master, Official Digital Download | Artwork: Front cover | © Rhino Atlantic

Live at the Lighthouse is an emotionally-charged live set featuring bold improvisations and new material from the historic quartet. The album bursts with vibraphonic innovations, rousing piano runs and bluesy moods. The seasoned players perform deeply moving renditions of “The Shadow Of Your Smile” and “What’s New.” Wonderfully spaced and perfectly timed, it is impossible not to be intrigued by this remarkable album. (more…)