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CHARLES MINGUS

Charles Mingus - Passions Of A Man: The Complete Atlantic Recordings (1956-1961)

$79.98 CD

The first collection of the jazz legend’s entire mid-’50s to early ’60s Atlantic Records output ever released! This essential 6-CD box set features 40 tracks arranged in chronological order by recording date for maximum appreciation of Mingus’ evolution. Includes four previously unreleased alternate takes from the 1959 Blues & Roots sessions, a slew of tracks making their CD debut, plus one disc devoted to the never-before-issued complete 75-minute early ’60s Mingus interview with Atlantic cofounder/producer Nesuhi Ertergun. Also contains a deluxe book featuring essays by Mingus experts Stefano Zenni and coproducer Andrew Homzy, along with original liner notes from the albums represented, a complete Atlantic discography, and many rare photos. Produced with the involvement of the bassist’s widow, Sue Mingus, the box set is a vital addition to any serious jazz library.

Selection # 72871