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Cannonball Adderley —
Beginnings ... LP 
EmArcy, Mid/Late 50s. Near Mint- 2LP Gatefold ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Excellent bop sides cut for EmArcy by Cannonball, collected and assembled in a manner that showcases his wonderfully soulful and hard blowing approach to the alto in the years before Miles recruited him. The set features a host of great sidemen including brother Nat, JJ Johnson, Cecil Payne, Ernie ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Mid 70s issue. Cover has a cut corner.)
Limelight/EmArcy, 1959. Used ... $4.99
A great session from 1959 – one that features John Coltrane playing tenor in a combo that's billed as being led by altoist Cannonball Adderley – but which is really more of a Miles Davis combo, without Miles! The set was recorded in Chicago when both were stopping through the city ... (Jazz) read more CD
(West German pressing.)
Cannonball Adderley —
Cannonball Adderley Quintet In Chicago ... CD EmArcy/Verve, 1959. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
A great session from 1959 – one that features John Coltrane playing tenor in a combo that's billed as being led by altoist Cannonball Adderley – but which is really more of a Miles Davis combo, without Miles! The set was recorded in Chicago when both were stopping through the city ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print 1999 Verve Master Edition.)
Cannonball Adderley —
Julian Cannonball Adderley ... CD EmArcy/Verve, 1955. Used ... Out Of Stock
Very early work from Cannonball Adderley – recorded way before the funky years, when he was a hard-wailing soulful soloist with a lot of bop in his style! Cannon's paired here with brother Nat, a good companion even at this early stage – and the two of them solo in front of a large ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print 2003 digipak pressing.)
Cannonball Adderley —
Sophisticated Swing ... CD EmArcy (Japan), 1957. Used ... Out Of Stock
Forget the "sophisticated" – and concentrate on the "swing"! This early killer from Cannonball Adderley swings all the way – and it features a young Cannon blowing hard with a tight little combo that's kind of a precursor of his hit recordings on Riverside a few ... (Jazz) read more CD
(1991 Japanese pressing.)
Cannonball Adderley —
Sophisticated Swing – Emarcy Small Group Sessions (Sophisticated Swing/EmArcy, Late 50s. Used 2 CDs ... Out Of Stock
4 early Cannonball Adderley albums on 2 CDs! The package is a brilliantly put-together look at Cannon's early style – forged at Mercury in the years before he settled into soul jazz fame in the 60s, a mix of hardbop styles that shows his genius even as a young player, working with players ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print 1995 pressing.)
EmArcy, 1998. Used ... Just Sold Out!
Barclay/EmArcy (France), 1955. Used ... $5.99
Clifford Brown —
Brownie – The Complete EmArcy Recordings Of Clifford Brown (10CD box set) ... CD EmArcy/Nippon (Japan), Mid 50s. Used 10 CDs ... Out Of Stock
A huge amount of greatness – including Clifford Brown's famous recordings with Max Roach, his All Stars jam session, and recordings with Dinah Washington, Sarah Vaughan, and Helen Merrill – plus a "with strings" session, and unreleased tracks! (Jazz) CD
(Out of print, outer slipcase has some light wear.)
Clifford Brown —
Clifford Brown All Stars ... LP EmArcy, 1954. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
A key slice of Clifford Brown from the 50s – two long tracks both recorded in an open-ended jam session format, showing a side of Brown's powers that's even bolder and more inventive than some of his previous studio work! The album soars along beautifully – with Brownie in the lead ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Early 80s mono Japanese pressing – EXPR-1007. Cover has light ringwear.)
Clifford Brown —
Clifford Brown All Stars (Japanese paper sleeve) ... CD EmArcy (Japan), 1954. Used ... Out Of Stock
A key slice of Clifford Brown from the 50s – two long tracks both recorded in an open-ended jam session format, showing a side of Brown's powers that's even bolder and more inventive than some of his previous studio work! The album soars along beautifully – with Brownie in the lead ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print, 1998 Rainbow CD pressing with 24bit mastering – in nice shape with obi.)
Clifford Brown —
Clifford Brown With Strings ... CD EmArcy, 1955. Used ... Out Of Stock
A classic "with strings" session from Clifford Brown – nearly as well-done and perfect as some of Charlie Parker's sides for Verve, handled here with perhaps a slightly sweeter touch, as Neal Hefti's the man on arrangements. The core group's the Brown/Roach combo, augmented by a ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print 1983 pressing, made in West Germany with notes in Japanese and English.)
Clifford Brown —
Clifford Brown With Strings ... LP EmArcy, 1955. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
A classic "with strings" session from Clifford Brown – nearly as well-done and perfect as some of Charlie Parker's sides for Verve, handled here with perhaps a slightly sweeter touch, as Neal Hefti's the man on arrangements. The core group's the Brown/Roach combo, augmented by a ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Early 80s mono Dutch reissue. Cover has a small raised and peeled spot from sticker removal.)
Clifford Brown —
Clifford Brown With Strings ... CD EmArcy/Verve, 1955. Used ... Out Of Stock
A classic "with strings" session from Clifford Brown – nearly as well-done and perfect as some of Charlie Parker's sides for Verve, handled here with perhaps a slightly sweeter touch, as Neal Hefti's the man on arrangements. The core group's the Brown/Roach combo, augmented by a ... (Jazz) read more CD
Clifford Brown —
Clifford Brown With Strings (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD EmArcy (Japan), 1955. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
A classic "with strings" session from Clifford Brown – nearly as well-done and perfect as some of Charlie Parker's sides for Verve, handled here with perhaps a slightly sweeter touch, as Neal Hefti's the man on arrangements. The core group's the Brown/Roach combo, augmented by a ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print, includes obi.)
EmArcy, 1955. Near Mint- ... $9.99 14.99
A classic "with strings" session from Clifford Brown – nearly as well-done and perfect as some of Charlie Parker's sides for Verve, handled here with perhaps a slightly sweeter touch, as Neal Hefti's the man on arrangements. The core group's the Brown/Roach combo, augmented by a ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(70s Trip reissue. Cover has light wear and is bent a bit at the spine and bottom right corner.)
Clifford Brown —
Jams 2 – Clifford Brown All Stars (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD EmArcy (Japan), 1954. Used ... Out Of Stock
Great rare material from Clifford Brown's legendary days at Emarcy – tracks recorded as part of the Dinah Jams vocal sessions, but done in a much more extended jam session mode! Washington sings a bit on 2 of the tracks, but the main focus here is on Brownie working with a jamming set of ... (Jazz) read more CD
Clifford Brown —
Quintet Vol 1 ... LP EmArcy/Mercury, Mid 50s. Near Mint- 2LP Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
First volume pulled together in the early 80s of Brownie's remarkable work with a smoking quintet that would record some of the finest bop sides issued on the Emarcy label. He's working here with Max Roach, George Morrow and Richie Powell and Harold Land as Brown's foil in the front line. 14 ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Clifford Brown & Max Roach —
At Basin Street ... LP EmArcy, Mid 50s. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
About as classic as you can get for the Brown/Roach group – recorded at Basin Street with a group that includes Richie Powell on piano, Sonny Rollins on tenor, and George Morrow on bass. Tracks are tight and in that firey hardbop mode the pair pioneered – and titles include "Gertru ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Also available At Basin Street (with bonus tracks) ... CD 2.99(Early 70s mono Japanese pressing – SFX-7346(M). Cover has some yellowing from age and lightly bumped corners.)
EmArcy/Verve, Mid 50s. Used ... $2.99
About as classic as you can get for the Brown/Roach group – recorded at Basin Street with a group that includes Richie Powell on piano, Sonny Rollins on tenor, and George Morrow on bass. Tracks are tight and in that firey hardbop mode the pair pioneered – and titles include "Gertru ... (Jazz) read more CD
(1990 pressing with 4 bonus tracks.)
Clifford Brown & Max Roach —
At Basin Street (with bonus tracks) ... CD EmArcy/Verve, Mid 50s. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
About as classic as you can get for the Brown/Roach group – recorded at Basin Street with a group that includes Richie Powell on piano, Sonny Rollins on tenor, and George Morrow on bass. Tracks are tight and in that firey hardbop mode the pair pioneered – and titles include "Gertru ... (Jazz) read more CD
(2002 Verve Master Edition, still sealed!)
EmArcy, 1955. Used ... $3.99
Quite possibly THE key example of the magic of Clifford Brown and Max Roach on record – a brilliant studio session that really has the group "incorporating" their sound – forging a bold musical statement that would forever leave its imprint on jazz for years to come! The ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print early CD pressing.)
Clifford Brown & Max Roach —
Brown & Roach Incorporated ... LP EmArcy, 1955. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
Quite possibly THE key example of the magic of Clifford Brown and Max Roach on record – a brilliant studio session that really has the group "incorporating" their sound – forging a bold musical statement that would forever leave its imprint on jazz for years to come! The ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Also available Brown & Roach Incorporated ... CD 3.99(Mid 70s mono Japanese pressing – SFX-10549(M). Cover has some splitting in the top seam held with clear tape and is bumped at the bottom right corner.)
Clifford Brown & Max Roach —
Brown & Roach Incorporated (Japanese paper sleeve edition – with bonus tracks) ... CD EmArcy/Universal (Japan), 1954. Used ... Out Of Stock
Quite possibly THE key example of the magic of Clifford Brown and Max Roach on record – a brilliant studio session that really has the group "incorporating" their sound – forging a bold musical statement that would forever leave its imprint on jazz for years to come! The ... (Jazz) read more CD
Also available Brown & Roach Incorporated ... CD 3.99
Clifford Brown & Max Roach —
Clifford Brown & Max Roach ... CD EmArcy, Mid 50s. Used ... Out Of Stock
Brilliant work by the team of Clifford Brown and Max Roach – a seminal hardbop album that was one of the few to bridge the east and west coast scenes! The set was recorded in LA under the joint leadership of Brown and Roach – and features the classic quintet lineup that included Harold ... (Jazz) read more CD
Also available Clifford Brown & Max Roach (with bonus tracks) ... CD 5.99(Out of print 1986 pressing.)
Clifford Brown & Max Roach —
Clifford Brown & Max Roach ... LP EmArcy, 1954. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
Brilliant work by the team of Clifford Brown and Max Roach – a seminal hardbop album that was one of the few to bridge the east and west coast scenes! The set was recorded in LA under the joint leadership of Brown and Roach – and features the classic quintet lineup that included Harold ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Also available Clifford Brown & Max Roach (with bonus tracks) ... CD 5.99(Mid 70s mono Japanese pressing – SFX-10550(M). Cover has lightly bumped corners and minimal wear.)
EmArcy/Verve, Mid 50s. Used ... $5.99
Brilliant work by the team of Clifford Brown and Max Roach – a seminal hardbop album that was one of the few to bridge the east and west coast scenes! The set was recorded in LA under the joint leadership of Brown and Roach – and features the classic quintet lineup that included Harold ... (Jazz) read more CD
(2000 Verve Master Edition – still sealed!)
Clifford Brown & Max Roach —
More Study In Brown (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD EmArcy (Japan), 1955. Used ... $9.99
A great follow up to the legendary Study In Brown album – featuring work recorded by Clifford Brown in the 50s, but not issued until nearly 30 years later, in this Japanese-collected batch of rare material! As with the original album, the core group on the record features Clifford Brown on ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print, mid-90s Rainbow CD pressing – includes obi.)
Clifford Brown & Max Roach —
Study In Brown ... LP EmArcy, 1955. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
A study in brown, and a study in hardbop too – a seminal album of 50s jazz that forever went on to set the tone for the music! The album was one of a few that trumpeter Clifford Brown cut as his star was strongly rising, before a tragic early accident took his life – and it's a ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Early 70s mono Japanese pressing – SFX-7304(M) – with insert. Cover has light wear, aging, and is bumped at the top left corner.)
Clifford Brown & Max Roach —
Study In Brown ... CD EmArcy, 1955. Used ... Out Of Stock
A study in brown, and a study in hardbop too – a seminal album of 50s jazz that forever went on to set the tone for the music! The album was one of a few that trumpeter Clifford Brown cut as his star was strongly rising, before a tragic early accident took his life – and it's a ... (Jazz) read more CD
Clifford Brown, Max Roach, Clark Terry, & Others —
Jam Session ... LP EmArcy, Mid 50s. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
A hell of a jam session record from Emarcy Records – a set that almost seems as if they jazz label were trying to beat Verve Records at their own game! The style here is a bit more unusual than some Verve dates, though – maybe even more in the spontaneous spirit of a real jam session ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Mono Japanese pressing – SFX-7397(M) – with insert. Cover has light aging, small center split in the bottom seam, and is bumped at the bottom right corner.)
Clifford Brown, Max Roach, Herb Geller, et al —
Best Coast Jazz (Japanese paper sleeve edition – with bonus track) ... CD EmArcy (Japan), 1954. Used ... Just Sold Out!
Not west coast, but "best coast" jazz – a prime example of the way the Clifford Brown/Max Roach team helped to cook up the intensity of the LA scene of the 50s by infusing it with a bit of New York fire! The album takes off in the extended mode of Clifford's All Stars album – ... (Jazz) read more CD
(1998 Japanese pressing with bonus rehearsal track – includes obi!)
EmArcy/Mercury/Polygram (Japan), 1995. Used ... $14.99 18.99
Ray Bryant on piano, Ray Brown on bass, and Lewis Nash on drums. (Jazz) CD
(Out of print, includes obi.)
Don Byas —
On Blue Star ... CD EmArcy, Late 40s/Early 50s. Used ... Out Of Stock
EmArcy, 2006. Used ... $3.99
James Carter —
Present Tense ... CD EmArcy, 2008. Used ... $4.99
Bold work from saxophonist James Carter – soulful one minute, modern the next – and definitely the sort of session that shows the full range of his mighty powers! Carter's possibly best known for his work on tenor, but the date also has him playing flute, baritone, soprano, and bass ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print, BMG direct pressing.)
Buddy Collette —
Buddy Collette's Swinging Shepherds ... LP EmArcy/Mercury, 1958. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
A key album in the development of the flute in jazz – issued under the Swingin Shepherds name to cash in on the fame of that popular hit of the time! The album's a bit more serious and conceptual than you might guess from the title and cover image – and follows strongly on the approach ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Bill De Arango —
De Arango (10 inch LP) ... LP EmArcy, Early 50s. Very Good ... Out Of Stock
An early 10" album from guitarist Bill DeArango – featuring a group with Johnny Williams on piano! (Jazz) LP, Vinyl record album
Billy Eckstine —
Billy Eckstine Sings With Benny Carter – Special Guest Helen Merrill ... CD EmArcy, 1987. Used ... Out Of Stock
Christian Escoude —
Gipsy Waltz ... CD EmArcy (France), 1989. Used ... Out Of Stock
Christian Escoude, Frederic Sylvestre, Jimmy Gourley, and Paul Challain Ferret on guitar, Marcel Azzola on accordion, Vincent Courtois on cello, Alby Cullaz on bass, and Billy Hart and Philippe Combelle on drums. (Jazz) CD
EmArcy, 2006. Used ... $4.99
One of the most consistently creative piano trios in the world today – a group who are always pushing the boundaries of their sound, strongly keeping away from familiar territory and tradition – yet always with a sense of swing and lyricism that continue to appeal to fans of more ... (Jazz) read more CD
(US jewel case pressing.)
Gil Evans & Laurent Cugny —
Golden Hair ... CD EmArcy/Phonogram (France), 1989. Used ... Out Of Stock
Gil Evans on piano and electric piano, Laurent Cugny on keyboards, Philippe Sellam on alto saxophone, Pierre-Olivier Govin on alto saxophone and flute, Denis Barbier on flute, alto flute and piccolo flute, Bernard Francois on French horn, Bobby Rangell on alto and soprano saxophone and flute, Andy ... (Jazz) read more CD
Gil Evans & Laurent Cugny —
Rhythm A Ning ... CD EmArcy, 1988. Used ... Out Of Stock
Maynard Ferguson —
Boy With Lots Of Brass ... CD EmArcy/Fresh Sound (Spain), 1957. Used ... Out Of Stock
There's definitely lots of brass here – as you might guess from the title – but never so much so that it gets in the way of individual soloing by Maynard Ferguson! The date features Maynard working with arrangements by Willie Maiden, Al Cohn, Ernie Wilkins, and Bill Holman – all ... (Jazz) read more CD
Erroll Garner —
Contrasts ... LP EmArcy, 1954. Near Mint- ... $9.99
A well-titled record, given that the set features a mixture of grooving numbers with a trio, and some of the spare, open tracks that would really make Erroll Garner's fame – including an early version of "Misty"! (Jazz) LP, Vinyl record album
(Blue label Mercury pressing with deep groove. Cover has light wear and aging.)
Erroll Garner —
Plays Gershwin & Kern ... LP EmArcy, Mid 60s. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
With Eddie Calhoun on bass and Kelly Martin on drums, also with Charles Ike Isaacs, Jimmy Smith, and Jose Mangual. (Jazz) LP, Vinyl record album
Herb Geller —
Herb Geller Plays ... LP EmArcy, Mid 50s. Near Mint- ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
A seminal piece of west coast bop from the mid 50s – featuring altoist Geller in group with wife Lorraine on piano, and either Curtis Counce or Leroy Vinnegar on bass, and either Larry Marable or Eldridge Freeman on drums. The groove's nice and hard, nice and stripped-down – and Geller ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Japanese mono Phonogram pressing, EXPR-1025.)
Herb Geller —
Herb Geller Sextette (Trip pressing) ... LP EmArcy/Trip, 1955. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
Classic early work by Herb Geller – and a record that features his crispy alto against a group that features wife Lorraine Geller on piano, Conte Candoli on trumpet, and Zoot Sims on tenor (playing here under the name Ziggy Vines!) The tracks are short, with a lot of west coast whimsy – ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(70s Trip pressing. Cover has a cutout hole, light aging, and minor blemishes.)
Stan Getz & Kenny Barron —
Cafe Montmartre ... CD Verve/EmArcy, 1987. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
A special album that brings together some of the best moments from the People Time and Anniversary albums – easily the greatest late work by tenor sax legend Stan Getz, working strongly alongside pianist Kenny Barron – who really brought a new sort of depth to Stan's sound! Two thirds ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print, punch through barcode.)
Thelma Gracen —
Thelma Gracen (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD EmArcy (Japan), 1955. Used ... Out Of Stock
A beautiful little record from obscure 50s vocalist Thelma Gracen – a singer from Chicago who once worked territory not too far from Dusty Groove! Thelma may not be the biggest name of her decade, but she's got a sound that's very worthy of this Emarcy debut – a gently sophisticated ... (Vocalists) read more CD
(Out of print, 2001 Japanese pressing. Great copy in the shrink, which is open at one end – includes obi!)
Johnny Griffin —
Night Lady ... LP EmArcy, 1964. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
A rare European gem from Johnny Griffin – recorded in quartet formation with backing from the rhythm trio of the Clarke Boland Big Band! Johnny was working with the trio in the bigger group at the time, but he gets plenty of space to state his case here – stretching out on hard-bitten, ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Lars Gullin —
Lars Gullin With The Moretone Singers ... LP EmArcy, 1955. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
One of the more enigmatic of Lars Gullin's mid 50s American albums – a session that features the master baritonist blowing alongside the Moretone Singers – a vocal ensemble who sings in cascading tones that kind of shade and color the background. The approach is different than other ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
EmArcy, 1955. Very Good ... $6.99
Paris was always great to Lionel Hampton – but it seemed like in the mid 50s, he cut some of his best work of the decade in the city! This set features a great batch of track that Hamp cut in the company of travelling American jazz greats like Benny Bailey, Nat Adderley, and David Amram, ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Blue label drumer logo pressing with deep groove. Vinyl has oxidation on side 2. Cover has light surface wear and aging.)
Coleman Hawkins —
Coleman Hawkins & The Trumpet Kings – Swinging Sounds Of The 40s ... LP EmArcy, 1944. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
Great 40s material – with trumpeters that include Buck Clayton, Roy Eldridge, Charlie Shavers, and Joe Thomas. (Jazz) LP, Vinyl record album
Dave Holland —
Pass It On ... CD EmArcy, 2008. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Features Dave Holland on bass, Antonio Hart on alto, Robin Eubanks on trombone, Mulgrew Miller on piano, Alex Sipiagin on trumpet, and Eric Harland On drums! (Jazz) CD
(Out of print.)
Bobby Jaspar —
Phenil Isopropil Amine ... CD EmArcy, 1958. Used ... Out Of Stock
Bobby Jaspar on flute – with Michel Hausser on vibes, Paul Rovere on bass, Kenny Clarke on drums, and Humberto Canto on percussion. (Jazz) CD
(1988 West German pressing.)
EmArcy, Late 50s. Very Good+ ... $6.99 9.99
A cool little set from bassist Harry Babasin – a 50s album from his Jazz Pickers combo, a group who mostly handles stringed instruments picked, or plucked, in a very groovy way! The approach has distinct west coast 50s elements – and given that Red Norvo's working with them here on ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Mono blue label drummer logo pressing with deep groove – in nice shape!)
Duke Jordan —
Kiss Of Spain ... CD EmArcy/3361 Black (Japan), 1989. Used ... Out Of Stock
Features Duke Jordan on piano, Nobuyoshi Ino on bass, and Masahiko Togashi on drums! Titles include "Kiss Of Spain", "Misty Thursday", "As Time Goes By", and "I Need Your Love". (Jazz) CD
Masabumi Kikuchi & Gil Evans —
Masabumi Kikuchi With Gil Evans (SHMCD pressing) ... CD EmArcy/Universal (Japan), 1972. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
A brilliant pairing of piano talents – and a record that also features some incredible horn work from Billy Harper and Hannibal Marvin Peterson too! Masabumi Kikuchi plays electric piano throughout – working with a large Evans-led ensemble that also includes Harper on tenor and flute, ... (Jazz) read more CD
Roland Kirk —
Kirk's Works (Emarcy) ... LP EmArcy, Early 60s/1977. Very Good+ 2LP Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
Roland Kirk —
Rip, Rig & Panic/EmArcy, 1965. Used ... Out Of Stock
Fantastic stuff! This essential CD brings together two of Roland Kirk's best albums from the mid 60's (and two of his hardest to find on vinyl!) Rip, Rig, & Panic is mindblowing work from Roland Kirk – a record that really pushes the boundaries of his music even farther than some of his ... (Jazz) read more CD
Also available Rip, Rig & Panic (UHQCD pressing) ... CD 18.99
Hans Koller, Benny Bailey, Sahib Shihab, & Others —
International Jazz Workshop ... LP EmArcy, Mid 60s. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
A great one – and the kind of European jazz album that kicks like a Clarke/Boland Big Band album! Hans Koller directs a large-scale swinging big band of some of the best European and American expatriot players of the time – like Sahib Shihab, Benny Bailey, Donald Byrd, Johnny Griffin, ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Julian Lage —
Sounding Point ... CD EmArcy, 2009. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
EmArcy, 1954. Very Good ... $14.99
One of the few albums to ever feature the pre-Lambert, Hendricks, & Ross talents of Dave Lambert on vocals – caught here in duets with Buddy Stewart, in a sweet vocalese mode! Backing is by a hip lineup that includes Charlie Ventura on tenor, Red Rodney on trumpet, Tony Aless on piano, ... (Vocalists) read more LP, Vinyl record album
EmArcy/Nippon (Japan), 1950s/1980s/1990s. Used ... $14.99
Helen Merrill —
Dream Of You ... CD EmArcy, 1956. Used ... Out Of Stock
Dream Of You is one of Helen's best from the 50s, thanks to some great arrangements from Gil Evans! Evans' young and modern talents are a perfect fit for Helen's sadly icy vocals on the set – taking her to new places never reached on some other sessions that were trying for a warmer, sweeter ... (Vocalists) read more CD
Helen Merrill —
Helen Merrill ... CD EmArcy, 1954. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Helen Merrill's first album for Emarcy – and a beautiful session of icy vocals arranged by Quincy Jones, and featuring work by Oscar Pettiford, Jimmy Jones, and Clifford Brown. The set's got a relaxed jazzy style that you don't hear on some of Merrill's more full-blown albums – and the ... (Vocalists) read more CD
(Out of print early CD pressing for US market, with tracklist in English and Japanese. Booklet has light aging.)
Helen Merrill & Gil Evans —
Collaboration ... CD Mercury/EmArcy, 1987. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Later work from both Merrill & Evans – but recorded with an icy edge that comes off surprisingly well! Most tracks are standards, done in the mode of Merrill's 50s work for Mercury, with some of the touches of Evans' 80s orchestrations – and titles include "Summertime", ... (Vocalists) read more CD
(Green marker around outer edge of the disc.)
Helen Merrill & Ron Carter —
Duets ... CD EmArcy (Japan), 1989. Used ... Out Of Stock
Helen Merrill & Stan Getz —
Just Friends ... CD EmArcy, 1989. Used ... Out Of Stock
A really great later effort from Helen Merrill – one recorded in Paris at the end of the 80s with some excellent tenor sax work from Stan Getz! The mode of the record is similar to other Merrill records from the time – spare, gentle, and moody – sometimes threatening to lapse ... (Vocalists) read more CD
Helen Merrill & Stan Getz —
Just Friends ... CD EmArcy/Universal (Japan), 1989. Used ... Out Of Stock
A really great later effort from Helen Merrill – one recorded in Paris at the end of the 80s with some excellent tenor sax work from Stan Getz! The mode of the record is similar to other Merrill records from the time – spare, gentle, and moody – sometimes threatening to lapse ... (Vocalists) read more CD
Monday Michiru —
Optimista ... CD EmArcy (Germany), 1999. Used ... Out Of Stock
A killer set from this great Japanese soul singer! Monday's reinvented her style here, and she's adding a Latiny vibe to the mix – for a sound that's given her her best record in years! The quality of the tracks is excellent – with tight tight songwriting, stellar jazzy grooves, and ... (Neo Soul) read more CD
Charles Mingus —
Mingus Revisited (aka Pre-Bird) ... CD EmArcy/Polygram (Germany), 1960. Used ... Out Of Stock
An unusual chapter in the label-hopping career of Charles Mingus – a one-off date recorded for Mercury right after Mingus' legendary sessions for Columbia! The format here may well be Mingus' most ambitious to date – as the album features larger groups than before, exploring a range of ... (Jazz) read more CD
EmArcy (UK), 2002. Used ... $4.99
The third album by Nils Petter Molvaer – another groundbreaking set from the current Norweigian scene! Nils plays trumpet in a moody and atmospheric way that recalls some of the 70s work of Harold Budd, but he's also working in a mode that's much more modern and experimental, slightly groove- ... (New Grooves) read more CD
(Out of print.)
EmArcy/Trip, 1953. Near Mint- ... $4.99
James Moody's first record after returning to the US from Paris – an unusual set for Mercury, a label that he didn't record for much at the time! The groups vary a bit throughout – and players include Dave Burns on trumpet, Cecil Payne on baritone, John Acea on piano, and Donald Cole ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(70s issue. Cover has light wear and a small cutout hole.)
Dick Morrissey —
It's Morrissey Man! ... CD Redial/EmArcy (UK), 1961. Used ... Out Of Stock
The brilliant debut LP of British tenorist Dick Morrissey – one of England's strongest players of the 60s, as you'll hear in this crackling set! The album features Morrissey working in a quartet – playing the tenor in a manner that's got all the liveliness and warmth of a player like ... (Jazz) read more CD
Gerry Mulligan —
Mainstream Of Jazz ... LP EmArcy, 1956. Near Mint- ... $14.99
Gerry Mulligan's still far from the mainstream of jazz on this sweet little set – a great date that expands nicely from the mellower styles of the Pacific Jazz years – expanding the group a bit, with some really great results! In addition to Mulligan's usual baritone sax, Gerry also ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Mono blue label drummer logo pressing with deep groove. NOTE – Cover is heavily oxidized in front, with yellowing from age and small blemish spots in back.)
EmArcy, 1955. Very Good ... $9.99
A strong 50s session from Gerry – a bit like some of his work for the Pacific Jazz label, but perhaps a bit more biting and modern. The group's a sextet with Jon Eardley on trumpet, Zoot Sims on tenor, Dave Bailey on drums, Bob Brookmeyer on trombone, and Peck Morrison on bass – and ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Mono drummer logo pressing with deep groove. Vinyl has light oxidation. Cover has discoloration from age, light wear.)
Wolfgang Muthspiel —
Work In Progress 1989 to 1998 ... CD EmArcy, Late 80s/1990s. Used ... Out Of Stock
Wolfgang Muthspiel on guitar – accompanied by Tom Harrell on flugelhorn, Gary Peacock on bass, Paul Motian on drums, Don Alias on percussion, and others. (Jazz) CD
(Out of print.)
EmArcy, 1998. Used ... $6.99
Ara Dinkjian on oud and vocals, Armen Donelian on piano and synthesizer, Marc Johnson on bass, and Arto Tuncboyaciyan on percussion. (Jazz) CD
(Tray card has a cutout hole in the corner.)
Davide Pannozzo —
Born Electric ... CD Universal/EmArcy (Italy), 2012. Used ... Out Of Stock
Bernard Peiffer —
Bernie's Tunes ... LP EmArcy, 1956. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
A rare American session by French pianist Bernard Peiffer – one of the stronger stars of the Paris scene of the 50s, working here with US players that include Ed Thigpen, Joe Puma, and Oscar Pettiford. Tracks are short and playful, in keeping with Peiffer's style – and titles include ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Danilo Perez with Claus Ogerman —
Across The Crystal Sea ... CD EmArcy, 2008. Used ... Out Of Stock
Really lovely work from pianist Danilo Perez – a set that features some wonderful orchestrations from Claus Ogerman, who brings a similar spirit to the record as some of his best backings in the 70s! The core group features Perez on piano with a hip rhythm duo of Christian McBride on bass ... (Jazz) read more CD
Oscar Peterson —
Trio In Transition ... LP EmArcy, 1965/1966. Near Mint- 2LP Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
A collection of mid-60s sessions – with Ray Brown on bass and Ed Thigpen on drums from 1965 recorded live at the Tivoli Gardens in Copenhagen, and studio sessions with Ray Brown on bass and Louis Hayes on drums from 1966 in Chicago. (Jazz) LP, Vinyl record album
(Mid 70s issue.)
EmArcy/Polygram, 1964. Used ... $2.99
Oscar Peterson's trio is augmented here by a famous guest – trumpeter Clark Terry, whose horn adds a nice bit of punctuation to the set, and makes the record a strong standout in the 60s catalogs of both players! The addition of Terry to the record is a great one – as Clark's rising ... (Jazz) read more CD
(CRC pressing.)
EmArcy, Early 50s. Very Good ... $9.99
Some of the greatest work as a leader ever cut by tenorist Paul Quinichette – longtime Basie alum, and a key player who was the "Vice Pres" next to Lester Young's "Pres". The record is one of the best full-length albums by Quinichette from the early days, and combines ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Blue label drummer logo pressing with deep groove. Vinyl has some oxidation and plays with surface noise. Cover is yellowed from age, with ring and edge wear, half split top seam, split bottom seam, and bent a bit at the spine and bottom right corner.)
Paul Quinichette —
Vice Pres (10 inch LP) ... LP EmArcy, Early 50s. Very Good ... $29.99
Some of the greatest work as a leader ever cut by tenorist Paul Quinichette – longtime Basie alum, and a key player who was the "Vice Pres" next to Lester Young's "Pres". The record is one of the best full-length albums by Quinichette from the early days – titles ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Drummer logo pressing with deep groove! Vinyl is nice and clean overall – side 1 is nice, side 2 has light oxidation and plays with light noise in quiet spots. Cover is nice – no splits!)
EmArcy/Verve, 1956. Used ... $4.99
A great little album from Max Roach – one that has him finding a whole new voice in jazz! The set was recorded on the heels of Max's time with Clifford Brown – and it's a great little album that has him bouncing back nicely from the loss by moving into a new realm that shows off his ... (Jazz) read more CD
Also available Jazz In 3/(2005 digipak pressing.)
Max Roach —
Jazz In 3/EmArcy, 1957. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
A great little album from Max Roach – one that has him finding a whole new voice in jazz! The set was recorded on the heels of Max's time with Clifford Brown – and it's a great little album that has him bouncing back nicely from the loss by moving into a new realm that shows off his ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Max Roach —
Max Roach + 4 ... CD EmArcy, 1956. Used ... Out Of Stock
An excellent album from Max Roach – cut at a time when he was rising from the ashes, after the too-soon death of trumpeter Clifford Brown – and began working with really inventive younger players who would drive him into a whole new mode of righteous styles! That's definitely the case ... (Jazz) read more CD
Max Roach —
Max Roach + 4 (Japanese paper sleeve edition) ... CD EmArcy/Universal (Japan), 1956. Used ... Out Of Stock
An excellent album from Max Roach – cut at a time when he was rising from the ashes, after the too-soon death of trumpeter Clifford Brown – and began working with really inventive younger players who would drive him into a whole new mode of righteous styles! That's definitely the case ... (Jazz) read more CD
(Out of print, includes obi.)
Mercury, 1958. Very Good ... $19.99
Incredible material from Max's "plus 4" group that included Ray Draper, George Coleman, Booker Little, and Art Davis! The band at the time was forging a haunting mix of hardbop and lyrical modernism, and was driven by Max's progressive vision and rich talent for selecting just the right ... (Jazz) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Blue label Mercury stereo pressing, with deep groove. Vinyl plays with a short click on the last track. Cover has aging & light wear.)
EmArcy, Mid/Late 50s. Very Good+ 2LP Gatefold ... $9.99
A collection of 50s recordings for Mercury with classic line-ups that include Clifford Brown, Maynard Ferguson, Cleark Terry, Kenny Dorham, and Booker Little on trumpet, Herb Geller, Harold Land, Sonny Rollins, Hank Mobley, George Coleman, an Phil Woods on saxophones, and many more! (Jazz) LP, Vinyl record album
(80s issue. Vinyl has light sleeve marks.)
Sonny Rollins —
Road Shows Vol 1 ... CD EmArcy/Doxy, 1980s/2000s. Used ... Out Of Stock
A tremendous tribute to the tenor talents of Sonny Rollins – live material from two different decades, all of it illustrating his continuing commitment to creative improvisation in a performance setting! Sonny's one of those guys you've always got to catch when he comes to town – a ... (Jazz) read more CD
Sonny Rollins —
Road Shows Vol 2 ... CD EmArcy, 2011. Used ... Out Of Stock
Sonny Rollins —
Sonny Please ... CD Doxy/EmArcy, 2006. Used ... Out Of Stock
Features Sonny Rollins on tenor – with Clifton Anderson on trombone, Bobby Broom on guitar, Bob Cranshaw on bass, and Steve Jordan on drums. (Jazz) CD
