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A Cole Porter classic featuring a "lengthy and glorious" baritone sax solo by . Eldorado Features a notable solo by Donald Byrd . Tones For Joan's Bones

A Randy Weston composition; the only known recording of Pearson's arrangement of this track. dukepearsonbigband.baltimore1969.zip

A Chick Corea composition that has become a staple of the Pearson big band repertoire. A Cole Porter classic featuring a "lengthy and

"New Girl," "Straight Up And Down," "Ready When You Are C.B.," and "Night Song". Critical Reception A Chick Corea composition that has become a

: Duke Pearson was a pivotal figure at Blue Note Records as a producer and pianist. While his studio big band recordings are well-known, this live set captures a more "relaxed" and expansive side of his arranging style. Key Personnel :

This album is significant because it features a "never before heard formation" of the orchestra, presenting extended live versions of tracks that allowed soloists more freedom than their studio counterparts.