Name: Percussion Ensemble with Sunny Morgan
Brand: Milford Graves

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

ESP 1015

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Download code

Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

Format Music US

Limited edition

Release date

2010-04-13

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier US

Naxos

Tax rate US

Sales:8.875

UPC / Barcode

825481010153

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Total Cap

1 / CD / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

Milford Graves

Genre US

Jazz

Label US

ESPdisk

Milford Graves (August 20, 1941 – February 12, 2021) was an American jazz drummer, percussionist, Professor Emeritus of Music, researcher/inventor, visual artist/sculptor, gardener/herbalist, and martial artist. He made significant contributions to avant-garde music in the 1960s and is considered a pioneer of free jazz. Graves liberated percussion from its traditional timekeeping role and his innovative approach influenced many musicians. John Zorn described him as a "20th-century shaman."
Throughout his career, Milford Graves collaborated with notable artists such as Paul Bley, Albert Ayler, and the New York Art Quartet. His unique style and experimental techniques set him apart in the jazz scene. In addition to his musical endeavors, Graves was also an accomplished visual artist and sculptor.
Beyond his artistic pursuits, Milford Graves had a passion for gardening and herbalism. He integrated these interests into his holistic approach to life and creativity. Additionally, he practiced martial arts which further shaped his discipline and focus as an artist.

Percussionist Milford Graves recorded his first and only ESP-Disk' recording on August 5th, 1966 along with fellow percussionist, the late Sonny Morgan. According to Milford Graves, the titles were given numbers according to how many beats were in each measure. Milford Graves has been one of the main drummers in the free mode scene (known for skillful inclusion of Asian and African rhythmic ingredients into his solos). He worked with the New York Art Quartet, Giuseppi Logan, Albert Ayler, Don Pullen, Andrew Cyrille and many more. This unique combination of percussion conversations between Milford Graves is a welcomed addition in the new series of digipak re-issues. Liner notes, photos and more... digitally remastered from the original tapes.

Percussion Ensemble with Sunny Morgan

Music US