As much as this is a Miles Davis recording, this release is an ensemble work featuring five equally stellar artists working in perfect synchronicity. There are moments of sweet communication among the instruments but there are also superb solo bits by each of these artists spread throughout the eight songs. And all of this only serves to complement the virtuoso trumpet work of Miles Davis. Workin' with the Miles Davis Quintet would make an ideal addition to the collection of any jazz fan.
Of historical interest, this jewel-case insert includes both Jack Maher's original liner notes from the 1956 release and new liner notes written by Joe Goldberg in 2006 plus a brief note from sound engineer Rudy Van Gelder, who made the masters for both releases. These notes give the reader an interesting historical and contemporary perspective on this artist and the music he created.
You can find a wealth of information on the late Miles Davis (1926 – 1991) at the Official Miles Davis Website or at Wikipedia.
Workin' with the Miles Davis Quintet
The Miles Davis Quintet
Prestige Records
2006
8 tracks
Article comments
1 - Bliffle
Good review. Thanks for reminding us that once it was true that American music was pleasurable and interesting and more than just a pain in the ear.
2 - Mark Saleski
oh puleeze, it's still true.
btw, nice review bob.
3 - Pico
Miles' performance on "It Never Entered My Mind" is one of the most beautiful, affecting muted trumpet playing you'll hear anywhere. It sends chills down the ol' spine.
Well done, Bob.
-P