Stan Kenton's 1956 performance at the Macumba Club was a prime example of a band at the height of it's powers, delivering a night of jazz that was as polished as it was powerful. The San Francisco venue, known for attracting top-tier talent, was the ideal setting for Kenton and his orchestra to showcase their distinct sound - the blend of sophisticated arrangements and bold brass that had become their hallmark. This recording isn't just a relic of the past; it's a time capsule that preserves the night when Kenton, Heider, and a band of virtuosos turned the Macumba Club into the epicenter of the jazz universe, if only for a few fleeting hours. Listening to it now, you're not just hearing music; masterclass in big band jazz and recording, and a testament to these juggernauts of the golden age of jazz. Available now for the first time on CD.

Tracklist:

The Big Chase
Autumn Nocturne
Artistry in Rhythm
Winter in Madrid
Love for Sale
El Congo Valiente
Themes and Variations
My Old Flame
La Suerte de los Tontos
Harlem Nocturne
Concentrate on You
Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea
Young Blood
Stella By Starlight
Cherokee
Royal Blue
Laura
Stomping at the Savoy
Out of Nowhere
Fuego Cubano
I Remember You

UPC: 699246656531
Label: Hindsight Records
Release Date: 12.6.24
Format: CD

Stan Kenton - At The Macumba Club (Mod) (CD)