Blue Trombone
Context
Blue Trombone was recorded on April 26, 1957 for Columbia and gives its title to the album. J. J. Johnson wrote the composition, split into two parts for the sides of the LP.
In the genealogy of jazz
This track belongs to Bebop (Minton's, Monroe's), Hard bop. Among the origins and influences of Bebop: Kansas City, Swing, big bands.