Gongs East!

by The Chico Hamilton Quintet

Gongs East! cover art

The album is a perfect example of the Chico Hamilton Quintet's unique 'chamber jazz' sound. The use of cello and flute creates a beautiful and ethereal texture, while Eric Dolphy's adventurous and harmonically advanced improvisations push the boundaries of cool jazz.

Genres

  • Cool Jazz

Tracklist

  1. Gongs East
  2. I Gave My Love a Cherry
  3. Good Grief, Dennis
  4. Long Ago (and Far Away)