Description

Kenny Dorham – Whistle Stop (Rudy Van Gelder Edition) – A Classic Blue Note Jazz Masterpiece

Product Information

Key Details

UPC: 724352564620
Catalog Number: UK: 625 64
Product Type: Jazz Album Remastered Edition
Format: Stereo Audio (CD)
Label: BLUE NOTE

Artists & Personnel:

Kenny Dorham – Trumpet
Hank Mobley – Tenor Saxophone
Kenny Drew – Piano
Paul Chambers – Bass
Philly Joe Jones – Drums

Produced originally by Alfred Lion; Reissue produced by Michael Cuscuna.

Overview

Experience one of Blue Note’s quintessential hard bop sessions with Whistle Stop, a landmark recording that features the masterful interplay of Kenny Dorham, Hank Mobley, Kenny Drew, Paul Chambers, and Philly Joe Jones. Recorded on January 15, 1961, at the legendary Van Gelder Studio in Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey, this album showcases the energetic brilliance of the early 1960s jazz scene. Remastered in 2000 by the renowned Rudy Van Gelder at 24-bit resolution, every note and dynamic nuance has been faithfully captured to present a pristine listening experience for both longtime collectors and new enthusiasts of authentic jazz.

Product Features

Format & Specifications

Audio Quality:
Remastered from the original analog tapes with 24-bit digital transfers for exceptional clarity.
Recording Date:
January 15, 1961, at Van Gelder Studio, Englewood Cliffs, NJ.
Remastering:
Expertly executed by Rudy Van Gelder in 2000.
Reissue Production:
Oversight by Michael Cuscuna ensures historical accuracy and modern audio excellence.
Packaging:
Features a striking cover photograph by Francis Wolff and cover design by Reid Miles, with authentic liner photographs showcasing mosaic images from the actual session.

Track Listing & Timings

PHILLY TWIST – (Duration not specified)
BUFFALO – (Duration not specified)
SUNSET – (Duration not specified)
WHISTLE STOP – (Title track)
SUNRISE IN MEXICO – (Duration not specified)
WINDMILL – (Duration not specified)
DORHAM'S ΕΡΙΤΑΡΗ – (Duration not specified)

Each track underscores the intricate rhythmic and melodic innovations that defined this session, with compositions that have become iconic in the Blue Note catalog.

Interesting Facts

A Classic Blue Note Hard Bop Session

Historic Session:
Whistle Stop is celebrated as one of the genuinely classic hard bop sessions, recorded during a peak era of jazz innovation at the Van Gelder Studio.
Unparalleled Remastering:
With the original analog recordings revitalized through a 24-bit digital remaster by Rudy Van Gelder in 2000, listeners are invited to experience the session as it was intended—rich, dynamic, and full of soulful expression.
Legendary Lineup:
The album brings together a stellar lineup of jazz virtuosos, including Kenny Dorham on trumpet and Hank Mobley on tenor saxophone, supported by the refined musical dialogue of Kenny Drew on piano, Paul Chambers on bass, and Philly Joe Jones on drums. Their exceptional performance not only set a high standard for hard bop but also contributed to shaping modern jazz.
Blue Note Legacy:
Originally released as part of Blue Note's innovative catalog, the album continues to be revered for its influence on jazz and its impeccable sound quality preserved through state-of-the-art remastering techniques.