Mad Thad

by Thad Jones

Mad Thad cover art
  • Type: Album
  • Released: 1957
  • Label: Period
  • Country: United States
  • Length: 41:55
  • Community rating: 3.53/5 from 3 ratings

Album Notes & Community Reviews

Featuring a stellar nonet that heavily borrows from the Count Basie orchestra, the trumpeter presents an impeccably arranged set of driving modern jazz. His writing showcases a sophisticated understanding of thick ensemble voicings, leaving ample room for brilliant, unpredictable solos.

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Tracklist

  1. Jumpin' For Jane (5:24)
  2. Bird Song (8:04)
  3. Mad Thad (4:32)
  4. Cat Meets Chick (5:12)
  5. Whisper Not (5:25)
  6. Quiet Sip (8:44)

Credits

  • Thad Jones And His Ensemble - primary artist
  • Doug Watkins - bass
  • Eddie Jones - bass
  • Elvin Jones - drums
  • Jo Jones - drums
  • Jimmy Jones - piano
  • Tommy Flanagan - piano
  • Frank Foster - tenor saxophone

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