McCoy Tyner – Today and Tomorrow

Summary

“Today and Tomorrow”, released in 1964, is a standout recording from jazz maestro McCoy Tyner. The album, made at the famed Van Gelder Studio, encapsulates the pianist’s prodigious talent, enriched by the contributions of an ensemble of accomplished musicians. Featuring a mix of Tyner’s originals and classic standards, the record exemplifies Tyner’s distinct style — a perfect blend of tradition and avant-garde. With each track, listeners are taken on a profound musical journey, witnessing the evolution of jazz through Tyner’s visionary approach.

Album Information

Album: Today and Tomorrow
Artist: McCoy Tyner
Release Date: 1964
Record Label: Impulse! Records
Studio: Van Gelder Studio, Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey

Musician Information

Piano: McCoy Tyner
Bass: Jimmy Garrison and Butch Warren
Drums: Tootie Heath and Elvin Jones
Others: Thad Jones on flugelhorn, John Gilmore on tenor saxophone, Frank Strozier on alto saxophone, and Pharoah Sanders on piccolo and tenor saxophone.

Track Titles and Lengths

• 1. “Contemporary Focus” – 8:28
• 2. “A Night in Tunisia” – 5:07
• 3. “T ‘N A Blues” – 4:05
• 4. “Autumn Leaves” – 6:10
• 5. “Three Flowers” – 10:11
• 6. “When Sunny Gets Blue” – 4:42