: Duke Pearson was a pivotal figure at Blue Note Records as a producer and pianist. While his studio big band recordings are well-known, this live set captures a more "relaxed" and expansive side of his arranging style. Key Personnel :
A Chick Corea composition that has become a staple of the Pearson big band repertoire.
The album consists of eight tracks, several of which are unique to Pearson's discography in these specific arrangements. Highlights dukepearsonbigband.baltimore1969.zip
A Randy Weston composition; the only known recording of Pearson's arrangement of this track.
A Cole Porter classic featuring a "lengthy and glorious" baritone sax solo by . Eldorado Features a notable solo by Donald Byrd . Tones For Joan's Bones : Duke Pearson was a pivotal figure at
The file you're referencing, dukepearsonbigband.baltimore1969.zip , refers to a digital archive of the live album by the Duke Pearson Big Band . This recording, released as a "previously unknown jewel" by Uptown Records (UPCD 27.72), captures a rare live performance of Pearson's orchestra at the Left Bank Jazz Society in Baltimore on April 27, 1969. Overview of the Recording
: Duke Pearson (Piano), Bob Cranshaw (Bass), Mickey Roker (Drums). Tracklist & Musical Highlights The album consists of eight tracks, several of
"New Girl," "Straight Up And Down," "Ready When You Are C.B.," and "Night Song". Critical Reception