Lee Morgan, Vol. 3 Explained

Lee Morgan, Vol. 3
Type:studio
Artist:Lee Morgan
Cover:Lee Morgan Vol 3.jpg
Released:1957
Recorded:March 24, 1957
Studio:Van Gelder Studio
Hackensack, New Jersey
Genre:Jazz
Length:38:01 (LP)
Label:Blue Note
BLP 1557
Producer:Alfred Lion
Prev Title:Dizzy Atmosphere
Prev Year:1957
Next Title:City Lights
Next Year:1957

Lee Morgan, Vol. 3 is the third album by American jazz trumpeter Lee Morgan, recorded on March 24, 1957 and released on Blue Note later that year. The sextet features saxophonists Gigi Gryce and Benny Golson and rhythm section Wynton Kelly, Paul Chambers and Charlie Persip.

Reception

The AllMusic review by Michael G. Nastos called the album "one of the best recordings in Lee Morgan's early career and well worth a hearty recommendation to all."

Track listing

All tracks composed and arranged by Benny Golson.

Side 1

  1. "Hasaan's Dream" – 8:44
  2. "Domingo" – 9:22

Side 2

  1. "I Remember Clifford" – 7:07
  2. "Mesabi Chant" – 6:09
  3. "Tip-Toeing" – 6:39

CD reissue bonus track

  1. "Tip-Toeing" (alternate take) – 6:40

Personnel

Musicians

Technical personnel