Evenings At The Village Gate - John Coltrane with Eric Dolphy: Vinyl 2LP

In August 1961, the John Coltrane Quintet performed at the famous Village Gate in Greenwich Village, New York. At that time, Coltrane’s Classic Quartet was still taking shape, and there was a brilliant fifth member - visionary multi - instrumentalist Eric Dolphy. Recently, 90 minutes of never - heard - before music from this group were found at the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts. It offers a peek into a short - lived yet powerful musical partnership. Alongside well - known Coltrane pieces like “My Favorite Things”, “Impressions”, and “Greensleeves”, there's a stunning bass clarinet performance by Dolphy on “When Lights Are Low”. Also included is the only non - studio recording of Coltrane’s “Africa” from the Africa/Brass album. This recording marks a special moment in John Coltrane's career in the summer of 1961. His signature, exciting live sound, usually linked to his Classic Quartet from '62 to '65, was just starting to develop. He was drawing inspiration from African roots and experimenting with the two - bass concept both in the studio and on stage. This truly rare recording of 'Africa' showcases his broad musical vision at the time.

To enjoy this vinyl 2LP, first, make sure your record player is clean and in good working condition. Place the record gently on the turntable, center it, and lower the tonearm carefully. As the music plays, sit back and soak in the unique sounds of John Coltrane and Eric Dolphy. When handling the record, always hold it by the edges to avoid fingerprints on the playing surface. After each use, return the record to its sleeve to protect it from dust and scratches. Store the records in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and heat to maintain their quality over time.