This photo shows a classic jazz album from the legendary trombonist J.J. Johnson. The Album: "Blue Trombone" by J.J. Johnson Released on Columbia Records Features an all-star lineup: Max Roach (drums), Paul Chambers (bass), Tommy Flanagan (piano) Album Design: Golden/tan header with bold black text Atmospheric cover photo showing Johnson's trombone in dramatic lighting against a dark background The brass trombone gleams in warm tones Moody, artistic photography typical of late 1950s jazz albums Colored dots (yellow, red) visible in the composition About J.J. Johnson: J.J. Johnson (1924-2001) was one of the most influential jazz trombonists, pioneering bebop trombone and proving the instrument could match the speed and agility of saxophone and trumpet in modern jazz. The Sidemen: This is a dream team of modern jazz: Max Roach - legendary bebop drummer Paul Chambers - premier bassist of the era Tommy Flanagan - masterful pianist The Setting: Displayed on a turntable ready to play, with the vinyl visible to the left showing the Columbia Records red label. Part of an extensive jazz collection. ALT by Claude
i'm not wild about this LP — it's ok, but maybe i should make space on my shelf and spin something new (i mean old) in its place
i paid six bucks for it a few years ago ... i'll bet i could still get a couple bucks for it!
it bears mentioning that paul chambers […]
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