Bursting Out with the All-Star Big Band!
Oscar Peterson · 1962
36 min · 9 tracks · blues · funk · bebop
A vibrant fusion of hard bop and blues delivered through intricate arrangements and stellar improvisation.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo groove intricate arrangements for detail hunting uplifting vibes for social gatherings
- Context
- Released in 1962, 'Bursting Out with the All-Star Big Band!' came at a time when Oscar Peterson was firmly established in the jazz scene. This album followed his acclaimed work in the late 1950s and showcased his ability to lead larger ensembles while maintaining his signature piano virtuosity. It reflects his exploration into dynamic group performances after years of successful trio recordings.
- If you like
- blues, funk, bebop
Bursting Out with the All-Star Big Band! is an album by Oscar Peterson, released in 1962. A vibrant fusion of hard bop and blues delivered through intricate arrangements and stellar improvisation. This album is notable for its ambitious orchestral arrangements and features collaborations with some of jazz's finest musicians, including Clark Terry and Dizzy Gillespie. It received positive reviews for its innovative sound and contributed to Peterson's reputation as a leading figure in jazz during the early 1960s, cementing his influence on future big band jazz. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Bursting Out with the All-Star Big Band! sound like?
A vibrant fusion of hard bop and blues delivered through intricate arrangements and stellar improvisation. Rooted in blues and funk.
What makes Bursting Out with the All-Star Big Band! by Oscar Peterson notable?
This album is notable for its ambitious orchestral arrangements and features collaborations with some of jazz's finest musicians, including Clark Terry and Dizzy Gillespie. It received positive reviews for its innovative sound and contributed to Peterson's reputation as a leading figure in jazz during the early 1960s, cementing his influence on future big band jazz. Released in 1962, 'Bursting Out with the All-Star Big Band!' came at a time when Oscar Peterson was firmly established in the jazz scene. This album followed his acclaimed work in the late 1950s and showcased his ability to lead larger ensembles while maintaining his signature piano virtuosity. It reflects his exploration into dynamic group performances after years of successful trio recordings.
Who is Bursting Out with the All-Star Big Band! for?
Bursting Out with the All-Star Big Band! works well if you're into steady mid-tempo groove, intricate arrangements for detail hunting and uplifting vibes for social gatherings.
How many songs are on Bursting Out with the All-Star Big Band!?
Bursting Out with the All-Star Big Band! has 9 tracks, running approximately 36 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Blues for Big Scotia Standout 5:58
- 2 West Coast Blues 3:57
- 3 Here’s That Rainy Day Standout 4:03
- 4 I Love You 2:33
- 5 Daahoud 2:57
- 6 Tricrotism 4:12
- 7 I’m Old Fashioned 4:27
- 8 Young and Foolish 4:51
- 9 Manteca Standout 3:57
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