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Johnny Griffin · 1959 · Composition de Norman Simmons, ouverture du sextette

Context

Opening of The Little Giant, composed by pianist Norman Simmons. Recorded on August 4 and 5, 1959, it is Griffin's third album on Riverside.

In the genealogy of jazz

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

By the same artist

• The Message (1959)
• 63rd Street Theme (1959)
• Ball Bearing (1957)

Sources

• EN: The Little Giant (album)

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