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Blue Mitchell · 1964 · The Thing to Do (Blue Note), calypso de Mitchell

Context

Composition by Mitchell on a calypso rhythm, with a carefree feel. The uDiscover article says it became a standard, covered by Jimmy Smith and Jimmy Heath.

In the genealogy of jazz

This track belongs to Hard bop, Soul jazz, boogaloo. Among the origins and influences of Hard bop: Blues, spirituals, work songs, Bebop (Minton's, Monroe's).

By the same artist

• Mona's Mood (1964)
• The Thing to Do (1964)
• Chick's Tune (1964)

Sources

• EN: The Thing to Do (album)
• udiscovermusic.com

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