Product Description

Of all Blue Note's artists, Art Blakey arguably made the most significant contributions to the label's golden era. Thiscollection gathers a handful of tracks recorded by various incarnations of Blakey's Jazz Messengers. From the unbridledbebop of "Wee Dot" to the deep soul of "Moanin'" to the intricately arranged waltz of "Up Jumped Spring", Blakey communicates the spirit of jazz in every powerful stroke of his sticks.
This set is also a testament to Blakey's status as history's greatest talent scout, launching the careers of numerous jazz stars including Lee Morgan, Wayne Shorter, BennyGolson, Bobby Timmons, Freddie Hubbard, and Bobby Watson, among many others, all of whom appear here. Although these six tracks are but a minuscule sample of the memorable sessions that Blakey made for the label, Blue Note pays grand tribute to the master drummer with this set. Newcomers, in particular, should find this a good spot to get their feet wet before heading into deeper waters.

Track Listing

1. Wee Dot
2. Moanin'
3. Along Came Betty
4. Down Under
5. Up Jumped Spring
6. Jodi

Product Details

• Released on: 1997-04-21
• Number of discs: 1