Blue Period Album Summary
“Blue Period” is an album by the legendary jazz trumpeter Miles Davis. Released in 1953, it showcases Davis in collaboration with several other iconic jazz musicians. The compositions reflect Davis’s exploration of the Cool Jazz genre, characterized by its relaxed tempos and lighter tone.
Album Information
- Release Date: 1953
- Record Label: Prestige Records
Studio Information
- Recording Studio: Van Gelder Studio, Hackensack, New Jersey
- Recording Engineer: Rudy Van Gelder
Musician Information
- Trumpet: Miles Davis
- Alto Saxophone: Jackie McLean (on certain tracks)
- Baritone Saxophone: Sonny Rollins
- Piano: Walter Bishop Jr.
- Double Bass: Tommy Potter
- Drums: Art Blakey
Track Information
- 1. Bluing: 9:55 – A composition by Davis that reflects his signature muted trumpet style, characterized by its gentle, melancholic tone.
- 2. Blue Room: 3:04 – This track is a Rodgers and Hart classic, reinterpreted by Davis and his ensemble with a laid-back tempo and lyrical solos.
- 3. Out of the Blue: 6:16 – Another Davis composition, this track displays intricate melodic lines and interplay between the musicians.
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