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Charles Mingus

Epitaph

Epitaph

SKU: CD65163 Barcode: 0880242171078
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  • Released Date: 21 Jun 2024

  • Genre: Jazz

Our Take

If you're looking for a big band sound that packs a punch, look no further than Randy Brecker leading the Big Band of the Deutsche Oper Berlin in their latest release, "Charles Mingus: Epitaph".

From the first notes of the title track, it's clear that this album is a force to be reckoned with. The brass section is tight, the rhythm section is on point, and Brecker's trumpet playing is as smooth as ever.

But what really sets this album apart is the arrangements. Titus Engel has managed to capture the essence of Mingus' compositions while giving them a fresh, modern twist. Tracks like "Better Get Hit In Yo' Soul" and "Peggy's Blue Skylight" are full of energy and drive, while slower tunes like "Duke Ellington's Sound of Love" showcase the band's versatility and emotional depth.

Overall, "Charles Mingus: Epitaph" is a triumph of big band music. It's bold, it's brassy, and it's impossible to listen to without tapping your foot. Whether you're a dedicated jazz fan or just looking for something a bit different, this album is definitely worth a spin. And hey, if it's good enough for the Deutsche Oper Berlin, it's good enough for us. Long live Mingus!

Track Listing
Disc: 1
1. Main Score Pt. 1
2. Percussion Discussion
3. Main Score Pt. 2
4. Started Melody
5. Better Get Hit in Your Soul
6. The Soul
7. Moods in Mambo
8. Self Portrait/Chill of Death
9. O.P. (Oscar Pettiford)
10. Pinky/Please Don't Come Back from the Moon
11. Monk, Bunk, and Vice Versa (Osmotin')


Disc: 2
1. Peggy's Blue Skylight
2. Wolverine Blues
3. Children's Hour of Dream
4. This Subdues My Passion
5. Untitled Ballad - In Other Words, I Am Three
6. Freedom
7. Untitled Interlude - The Underdog Rising
8. Noon Night
9. Main Score Reprise

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Charles Mingus

Randy Brecker is a jazz legend; a trumpeter extraordinaire who has been blowing minds and eardrums since the 1960s. With a list of accolades longer than a Miles Davis solo, Brecker has firmly cemented his status as a titan in the world of music. But it's not just about the man himself - Brecker has also lent his talents to the Bigband of the Deutsche Oper Berlin, a powerhouse ensemble that can only be matched by the force of nature itself. Led by the incomparable Titus Engel, this group of musical wizards weaves sonic tapestries that will transport you to a place where notes dance and melodies sing. Together, Brecker and the Bigband of the Deutsche Oper Berlin create a synergy that is nothing short of magic. From brassy, bold arrangements to delicate, nuanced compositions, this collaboration is a sonic journey that will leave you breathless and begging for more. So if you're looking for music that will make you swoon, sway, and possibly even shed a tear or two, look no further than Randy Brecker and the Bigband of the Deutsche Oper Berlin. Trust us, this is one musical experience you don't want to miss.

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