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The Story

This 4-CD collection brings together 8 of the finest albums jazz multi-instrumentalist Jaki Byard recorded as a leader between 1960 and 1966.

Born June 15, 1922, John Arthur 'Jaki' Byard was an American jazz multi-instrumentalist, composer and arranger. Mainly a pianist, he also played tenor and alto saxophones among several other instruments. He was known for his eclectic style, incorporating everything from ragtime and stride to free jazz.

This 4-CD collection brings together the finest albums Jaki Byard recorded and released as a leader between 1960 and 1966, the period most critics and fans alike consider the great man's glory years. Providing a superb starting point for those new to this jazz master's music, and a delightful reminder for those already somewhat versed, this compilation will remain a highly sought-after item for years to come.

Track Listing

Disc 1:
  • Journey/Hollis Stomp/Milan To Lyon
  • Aluminum Baby
  • Pete And Thomas (Tribute To The Ticklers)
  • Spanish Tinge No. 1
  • Flight Of The Fly
  • Blues For Smoke
  • Jaki's Blues Next
  • Diane's Melody
  • One Two Five
  • Cinco y Quatro
  • Mellow Septet
  • Garnerin' A Bit
  • Giant Steps
  • Bess You Is My Woman/It Ain't Necessarily So
  • To My Wife
  • D.D.L.J.
Disc 2:
  • Hi-Fly
  • Tillie Butterball
  • Excerpts From 'Yamecraw'
  • There Are Many Worlds
  • Here To Hear
  • Lullaby Of Birdland
  • 'Round Midnight
  • Blues In The Closet
  • Out Front
  • Two Different Worlds
  • Searchlight
  • European Episode
  • Lush Life
  • When Sunny Gets Blue
Disc 3:
  • Twelve
  • Denise
  • Thing What Is
  • Broadway
  • Dolphy #1
  • After You've Gone/Strolling Along
  • St. Mark's Place Among The Sewers
  • King David
Disc 4:
  • Freedom Together
  • Getting To Know You
  • Ode To Prez
  • Nocturne For Contrabass
  • Just You, Just Me
  • Night Leaves
  • Young At Heart
  • A-Toodle-oo, Toodle-oo
  • I Fall In Love Too Easily
  • Olean Visit
  • Spanish Tinge
  • Alexander's Ragtime Band
  • On The Spot
  • GEB Piano Roll
  • Second Balcony Jump
  • P.C. Blues
  • Snow Flakes

Additional Details

Label: Enlightenment

Genre: Jazz

Language: English

Run Time: 314 mins

Region: 0

Release Date: 06/19/26

UPC: 823564040356

Description

This 4-CD collection brings together 8 of the finest albums jazz multi-instrumentalist Jaki Byard recorded as a leader between 1960 and 1966.

Born June 15, 1922, John Arthur 'Jaki' Byard was an American jazz multi-instrumentalist, composer and arranger. Mainly a pianist, he also played tenor and alto saxophones among several other instruments. He was known for his eclectic style, incorporating everything from ragtime and stride to free jazz.

This 4-CD collection brings together the finest albums Jaki Byard recorded and released as a leader between 1960 and 1966, the period most critics and fans alike consider the great man's glory years. Providing a superb starting point for those new to this jazz master's music, and a delightful reminder for those already somewhat versed, this compilation will remain a highly sought-after item for years to come.

Track Listing

Disc 1:
  • Journey/Hollis Stomp/Milan To Lyon
  • Aluminum Baby
  • Pete And Thomas (Tribute To The Ticklers)
  • Spanish Tinge No. 1
  • Flight Of The Fly
  • Blues For Smoke
  • Jaki's Blues Next
  • Diane's Melody
  • One Two Five
  • Cinco y Quatro
  • Mellow Septet
  • Garnerin' A Bit
  • Giant Steps
  • Bess You Is My Woman/It Ain't Necessarily So
  • To My Wife
  • D.D.L.J.
Disc 2:
  • Hi-Fly
  • Tillie Butterball
  • Excerpts From 'Yamecraw'
  • There Are Many Worlds
  • Here To Hear
  • Lullaby Of Birdland
  • 'Round Midnight
  • Blues In The Closet
  • Out Front
  • Two Different Worlds
  • Searchlight
  • European Episode
  • Lush Life
  • When Sunny Gets Blue
Disc 3:
  • Twelve
  • Denise
  • Thing What Is
  • Broadway
  • Dolphy #1
  • After You've Gone/Strolling Along
  • St. Mark's Place Among The Sewers
  • King David
Disc 4:
  • Freedom Together
  • Getting To Know You
  • Ode To Prez
  • Nocturne For Contrabass
  • Just You, Just Me
  • Night Leaves
  • Young At Heart
  • A-Toodle-oo, Toodle-oo
  • I Fall In Love Too Easily
  • Olean Visit
  • Spanish Tinge
  • Alexander's Ragtime Band
  • On The Spot
  • GEB Piano Roll
  • Second Balcony Jump
  • P.C. Blues
  • Snow Flakes

Additional Details

Label: Enlightenment

Genre: Jazz

Language: English

Run Time: 314 mins

Region: 0

Release Date: 06/19/26

UPC: 823564040356

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