Name: West Coast Sessions! Vol.1: Sonny
Brand: Art Pepper

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2017-02-03

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Art Pepper

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Omnivore Recordings

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Jazz

Art Pepper was an American jazz saxophonist known for his skill on the clarinet and alto-sax. He began playing professionally at a young age, joining Benny Carter's band when he was just 17 years old. After serving in the military during World War II, Pepper became one of the leading alto-saxophonists of the 1950s, particularly associated with the West Coast Jazz scene. His talent and contributions to jazz were recognized when he was inducted into the Down Beat Jazz Hall of Fame in 1982. Born on September 1, 1925 in Gardena, California, Pepper passed away on June 15, 1982 in Los Angeles.

Pepper's music is often compared to other influential artists such as Dexter Gordon, Sonny Stitt, Kenny Dorham, Lee Konitz, Sonny Rollins and more. His unique style and passion for jazz continue to inspire musicians today.

Discover Art Pepper's incredible discography and immerse yourself in his timeless melodies that have left an indelible mark on the world of jazz.

Newest Listed Items

Two Japan-only releases combined in one package. ? Features 4 bonus tracks?3 previously unissued. ? New liner notes from Laurie Pepper. In 1977 Art came back from the dead. Or so it seemed to those who followed him, followed his music. And then in 1979, the Japanese came calling in the guise of a small record label, Yupiteru, later Atlas. They wanted Art to record for them. By then, Art was under exclusive contract to Fantasy/Galaxy records and couldn't record as a leader. However, and I think I deserve credit for this sneaky idea, he could be a "sideman." And he could choose the "leaders." He did six albums for Atlas with six terrific "leaders." And they are classics, now. ?Laurie Pepper from her liner notes Originally issued as Groovin' High and Atlas Blues: "Blow! & Ballade" by Sonny Stitt And His West Coast Friends in 1980, these two releases are now combined to present the material recorded in July of that year with Stitt and Art Pepper on sax, Russ Freeman and Lou Levy on piano, bassists John Heard and Chuck DeMonico, and Carl Burnette on drums. 12 songs were performed, recorded, and released to the joy of jazz fans. The albums were originally only issued in Japan. Now as Art Pepper Presents "West Coast Sessions!" Volume 1: Sonny Stitt, those two releases are available again. And this time, for the whole world. In addition to a track found on 2001's The Hollywood All-Star Sessions boxed set, this double CD also contains 3 previously unissued takes mixed from the original multi-tracks, and new liner notes from Laurie Pepper. For the first time?you can experience these four magical days of incredible jazz in one package with Art Pepper Presents "West Coast Sessions!" Volume 1: Sonny Stitt.

West Coast Sessions! Vol.1: Sonny

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