Lee Morgan, Vol. 3 is the third album by American jazz trumpeter Lee Morgan, recorded on March 24, 1957 and released on Blue Note later that year. The sextet features saxophonists Gigi Gryce and Benny Golson and rhythm section Wynton Kelly, Paul Chambers and Charlie Persip.
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| Released | 1957 | |||
| Recorded | March 24, 1957 | |||
| Studio | Van Gelder Studio Hackensack, New Jersey | |||
| Genre | Jazz | |||
| Length | 38:01 (LP) | |||
| Label | Blue Note BLP 1557 | |||
| Producer | Alfred Lion | |||
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Reception
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| AllMusic | |
The AllMusic review by Michael G. Nastos called the album "one of the best recordings in Lee Morgan's early career and well worth a hearty recommendation to all."[1]
Track listing
edit- All tracks composed and arranged by Benny Golson.
Side 1
edit- "Hasaan's Dream" – 8:44
- "Domingo" – 9:22
Side 2
edit- "I Remember Clifford" – 7:07
- "Mesabi Chant" – 6:09
- "Tip-Toeing" – 6:39
CD reissue bonus track
edit- "Tip-Toeing" (alternate take) – 6:40
Personnel
editMusicians
edit- Lee Morgan – trumpet
- Gigi Gryce – alto saxophone, flute
- Benny Golson – tenor saxophone
- Wynton Kelly – piano
- Paul Chambers – bass
- Charlie Persip – drums
Technical personnel
edit- Alfred Lion – producer
- Rudy Van Gelder – recording engineer
- Harold Feinstein – design
- Francis Wolff – photography
- Ira Gitler – liner notes
References
edit- ^ a b Nastos, Michael G.. Lee Morgan – Lee Morgan, Vol. 3: Review at AllMusic. Retrieved January 18, 2024.