Charles Mingus - The Clown - Analogue Productions SACD

Hybrid Mono SACD, Atlantic 75 Series

The Clown was Charles Mingus' second masterpiece in a row, featuring Jean Shepherd narrating the title tune's story of a clown who tries to please the world with his performances. The album also introduced two of Mingus' finest compositions: the driving "Haitian Fight Song" and the melancholy Charlie Parker tribute "Reincarnation of a Lovebird." Throughout, Mingus tries to evoke something specific with every piece, giving even his most impressionistic forays a strong storytelling quality. Personnel: Charles Mingus (bass), Shafi Hadi (alto and tenor saxophone), Jimmy Knepper (trombone), Wade Legge (piano), Dannie Richmond (drums), and Jean Shepherd (narration). This Analogue Productions Hybrid SACD is part of the Atlantic 75th Anniversary Series.

Features

• Hybrid Mono SACD with Red Book CD layer (plays on all CD and SACD players)
• Atlantic 75 Series
• Label: Analogue Productions

Track Listing

1. Haitian Fight Song
2. Blue Cee
3. Reincarnation of a Lovebird
4. The Clown