The Moods of Mingus
by Charles Mingus
- Type: Album
- Released: 1954
- Label: Savoy
- Country: United States
- Length: 30:35
- Community rating: 3.27/5 from 2 ratings
Album Notes & Community Reviews
Operating in a slightly more conventional framework than his later avant-garde masterpieces, 'The Moods of Mingus' captures the bassist's intense, blues-drenched approach to hard bop. His commanding, propulsive lines drive a tight ensemble through complex, emotionally charged arrangements. The session offers a fascinating glimpse into his evolving compositional genius during a fertile transitional period.
Genres
Descriptors: acoustic, improvisation, instrumental
Tracklist
- Worthy The Lamb (3:22)
- Just A Little Talk With Jesus (2:18)
- I'll Be A Friend To Jesus (2:26)
- My God Is Real (3:14)
- Jesus Is Mine (3:36)
- Love Lifted Me (2:50)
- Jesus And I Are Friends (2:56)
- Open My Eyes That I May See (2:35)
- Precious Lord Take My Hand (2:13)
- Ever Gentle, Ever Sweet (2:31)
- It's In Your Hands (2:34)
Credits
- The Village 4 - primary artist
- Eric Stevenson - baritone vocals
- Jack Cobert - bass guitar
- Wayne Canniff - bass vocals
- Gerry Clancy - drums
- Kathy Daw - graphics
- Dave Barton - lead guitar
- Murray Brown - lead vocals