Name: The Incredible Jazz Guitar
Brand: Wes Montgomery

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

350260

Colour

Blue

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Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

180g blue coloured vinyl - the complete album + bonus track

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2023-11-24

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

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Proper

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

8436563184802

Total Cap

Blue LP

Artist

Wes Montgomery

Genre GB

Jazz

Label GB

20th Century Masterworks

Wes Montgomery was an American jazz guitarist known for his innovative techniques and unique musical style. Born on March 6, 1923 in Indianapolis, Indiana, he quickly gained recognition for his use of the thumb instead of a plectrum and his mastery of octaves in both melody and improvisation. Wes favored Gibson L5 guitars strung with heavy gauge flat wound strings. His highly original melodic and rhythmic imagination set him apart from other musicians of his time.

Wes Montgomery came from a talented musical family, being the brother of renowned pianist and vibraphonist Buddy Montgomery (1930–2009) and bassist Monk Montgomery (1921–1982). With their support and influence, Wes honed his skills to become one of the most influential guitarists in jazz history.

Inspired by artists such as Jim Hall, Grant Green, Joe Pass, Pat Martino, Kenny Burrell, Tal Farlow, Barney Kessel, Charlie Christian, Herb Ellis, Bill Evans Trio among others; Wes Montgomery's music continues to captivate audiences even after his untimely death at the age of 45 due to a sudden heart attack on June 15th ,1968 in Indianapolis.

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On 'The Incredible Jazz Guitar of Wes Montgomery', one of the guitarist's most iconic LPs ever, Wes was backed by Tommy Flanagan on piano, Percy Heath on bass, and Percy's brother, Albert "Tootie" Heath on drums. The album was highly praised and received a five-star reviews in Down Beat and other publications. It includes such classics as 'West Coast Blues', 'D-Natural Blues', and 'Four on Six'.

The Incredible Jazz Guitar

Music GB

Discover The Incredible Jazz Guitar by Wes Montgomery on vinyl. This iconic LP features classics like 'West Coast Blues' and 'Four on Six'. Label: 20th Century Masterworks.