Name: Blue Train
Brand: John Coltrane

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953262

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Limited edition

Release date

2007-08-06

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Sales:8.875

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John Coltrane

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Jazz

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John Coltrane was an American saxophonist and jazz composer. He was one of the most influential musicians of the twentieth century, known for his contributions to bebop, hardbop, modal jazz, and free jazz. Coltrane recorded over fifty albums as a leader and collaborated with legendary artists such as Miles Davis and Thelonious Monk. His music evolved to become increasingly spiritual throughout his life. Recognized for his masterful improvisation and iconic centrality to the history of jazz, Coltrane received numerous awards including a posthumous special citation from the Pulitzer Prize Board in 2007.Born on September 23, 1926 in Hamlet, North Carolina, USA, John Coltrane passed away on July 17, 1967 at the age of forty due to liver cancer. Despite his untimely death, his legacy continues to inspire generations of musicians.Coltrane's musical journey extended beyond himself; he married pianist Alice Coltrane and their son Ravi Coltrane followed in his father's footsteps as a talented saxophonist.

this release includes the complete 1957 album 'blue train', plus four bonus tracks showcasing coltrane's genius on several sessions from the same period and with similar personnel. john coltrane stated in a 1960 radio interview that the album 'blue train' was his favourite recording from his discography. personnel : john coltrane (tenor saxophone); lee morgan (trumpet); curtis fuller (trombone); kenny drew (piano); paul chambers (bass); philly joe jones (drums). recorded at van gelder studio, hackensack, new jersey on september 15, 1957. total time: 76:41 - 9 tracks - includes 16-page comprehensive booklet.

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