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Plus Four 1956 - Jazz In 3/4 Time

Plus Four 1956 - Jazz In 3/4 Time cover
Recordedc. 1957
LabelTRIP
Released1957
Personnel5 credited players
Discogsmaster 299563

The record

A quintet date built around waltz time, with Rollins and Dorham trading lines over Roach's shifting pulse -- proof the drummer's rhythmic curiosity extended past bebop's straight fours. Bryant and Morrow keep the frame supple, letting the horns stretch without losing the 3/4 lilt.

Session personnel

  • George Morrow — bass
  • Max Roach — drums
  • Ray Bryant — piano
  • Sonny Rollins — tenor saxophone
  • Kenny Dorham — trumpet

Contemporary reception

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Pressings

1975TRIP — MONO

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