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Sophisticated Giant | ||||
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Studio album by | ||||
Released | 1977 | |||
Recorded | June 1977 | |||
Genre | Jazz | |||
Length | 45:39 | |||
Label | Columbia | |||
Producer | Michael Cuscuna | |||
Dexter Gordon chronology | ||||
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Sophisticated Giant is a jazz album by saxophonist Dexter Gordon, recorded in 1977 by an eleven-piece band playing tunes arranged by trombone player Slide Hampton. The album marked Gordon's return to the United States after a long residency in Europe.
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Source | Rating |
AllMusic | [1] |
The Penguin Guide to Jazz Recordings | [3] |
The Rolling Stone Jazz Record Guide | [2] |
The Bay State Banner wrote that "Slide Hampton's library of duets, solos, rhythm, harmony, and intense ensemble choruses have variety, but also a consistent deployment of moods and gambits." [4]
AllMusic reviewer Scott Yanow called the album "an excellent acquisition." [1]
This article needs additional citations for
verification. (April 2024) |
Sophisticated Giant | ||||
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Studio album by | ||||
Released | 1977 | |||
Recorded | June 1977 | |||
Genre | Jazz | |||
Length | 45:39 | |||
Label | Columbia | |||
Producer | Michael Cuscuna | |||
Dexter Gordon chronology | ||||
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Sophisticated Giant is a jazz album by saxophonist Dexter Gordon, recorded in 1977 by an eleven-piece band playing tunes arranged by trombone player Slide Hampton. The album marked Gordon's return to the United States after a long residency in Europe.
Review scores | |
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Source | Rating |
AllMusic | [1] |
The Penguin Guide to Jazz Recordings | [3] |
The Rolling Stone Jazz Record Guide | [2] |
The Bay State Banner wrote that "Slide Hampton's library of duets, solos, rhythm, harmony, and intense ensemble choruses have variety, but also a consistent deployment of moods and gambits." [4]
AllMusic reviewer Scott Yanow called the album "an excellent acquisition." [1]