Here 'Tis – Lou Donaldson (Rudy Van Gelder Edition)

Product Information

Key Details

• UPC: 5099951437121
• Catalog Number: 14371 (Blue Note)
• Product Type: Jazz Album Remastered Edition (Stereo)
• Format: Audio CD
• Label: BLUE NOTE®, a Capitol Music Label
• Original Recording Date: January 23, 1961
• Recording Venue: Van Gelder Studio, Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey
• Remastering: Completed in 2007 by Rudy Van Gelder using 24-bit digital transfers
• Reissue Production: Michael Cuscuna
• Produced by: Alfred Lion

Artists & Personnel:

• Lou Donaldson – Alto Saxophone
• Grant Green – Guitar
• Baby Face Willette – Organ
• Dave Bailey – Drums

Overview

Experience a stellar hard bop session with Here 'Tis by Lou Donaldson, now presented as the Rudy Van Gelder Edition. Originally recorded on January 23, 1961 at the legendary Van Gelder Studio, this album captures the warmth and expressive vitality of one of jazz’s leading alto saxophonists. Enhanced with modern 24-bit remastering by Rudy Van Gelder in 2007, this reissue delivers every nuance of the live session with exquisite clarity. Supported by the soulful guitar work of Grant Green, the deep grooves of Baby Face Willette on organ, and the sharp rhythmic drive of Dave Bailey on drums, Here 'Tis stands as a testament to the innovative spirit of Blue Note’s golden era.

Product Features

Audio & Recording Quality

• High-Fidelity Remaster:
  All transfers from the original analog tapes have been performed using 24-bit digital technology, ensuring every subtle detail and dynamic nuance is preserved.
• Historic Session:
  Recorded in 1961 at the iconic Van Gelder Studio, the album encapsulates the essence of hard bop with its energetic improvisations and soulful melodies.

Packaging & Design

• Cover Art & Liner Notes:
  The cover photograph by Ronnie Braithwaite and the design by Reid Miles evoke the classic Blue Note aesthetic. Liner photographs by Francis Wolff, presented as mosaic images, ground the album in its rich visual heritage.
• Original Issuance:
  Originally issued in 1962 as Blue Note BST 84066, this release revisits a timeless session with modern remastering enhancements.

Track Listing & Timings

1. A Foggy Day – 6:35
   (Gershwin composition)
2. Here 'Tis – 9:23
   (Composed by Lou Donaldson)
3. Cool Blues – 6:50
   (Attributed to Charlie Parker)
4. Watusi Jump – 7:30
   (Lou Donaldson’s spirited composition)
5. Walk Wid Me – 8:36
   (A signature piece by Lou Donaldson)

Interesting Facts

A Glimpse into Jazz History

• Timeless Performance:
  This session, featuring Lou Donaldson’s expressive alto sax alongside the exemplary contributions of Grant Green, Baby Face Willette, and Dave Bailey, epitomizes the dynamic spirit of early '60s hard bop.

• Masterful Remastering:
  Remastered by Rudy Van Gelder in 2007 using cutting-edge 24-bit technology, the album offers a pristine listening experience that brings out the authentic sound of the original recording.

• Blue Note Legacy:
  As part of the Blue Note catalog, Here 'Tis demonstrates the label’s unwavering commitment to capturing and preserving the most influential moments in jazz history.

• Collectible Appeal:
  With its original issuance dating back to 1962 and modern remastering techniques, this album is both a vital historical document and a high-quality listening experience for modern audiophiles.

Publishers

Published by BLUE NOTE®, a registered trademark of Capitol Records, Inc. © 2007 The Blue Note Label Group. All rights reserved.
For more information, visit www.bluenote.com.

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