I've been a total jazz lover for the last 40 years. I needed to reconnect with Miles, Trane, and Julian. All gone way too soon: Miles in 1991, Trane in 1967, Cannonball in 1975. This recording justifiably is one of the best, if not THE best in jazz history. Focus by Stan Getz would be a close second. I had Kind of Blue twice before but wore out the cds from playing them too much. It's just nice to hear 3 of the greatest jazz musicians making oh so sweet music.
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I really love Miles Davis. I love to play his music. I actually bought this one to play at work. I think that it's relaxing and it's possible that it will help others feel more relaxed when they come to our building. It's not stressful music, it's relaxing, warm, and filled with the energy of Miles Davis. It's also a great conversation piece because many of the younger adults haven't heard of him. Therefore, it will be interesting to see how they react to these sounds.
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Even if you’ve never “gotten” Jazz before, you’ll be a fan after hearing Miles Davis’ masterpiece, “Kind of Blue.” No music collection is complete without “Kind of Blue,” whether this is your only Jazz album, or whether you have a library. “Kind of Blue” is an incredible musical journey, all the more remarkable since it was recorded on the first take without any prior rehearsing – it just couldn’t be improved. This also means it maintains the sense of spontaneity that is essential to Jazz and that is notably missing from many other Jazz recordings. “Kind of Blue” will appeal to any listener. Since first hearing it, it has never been off our CD player, and in fact, we have several copies of it around, and my two children have had their own in their rooms and have listened to it nightly since they were born. I never tire of listening to this album. Words are inadequate to describe “Kind of Blue,” it must be heard, and I recommend it to anyone. The world would be a much better place if everyone listened to this beautiful music.Read full review
What can I say, "It's Miles Davis baby at his best." This cd s is a staple in my life, on my Ipod and played for every occasion. Around the Holidays, cooling out in the office or while I work, driving in the car or when the gang is over and we want to talk and have the perfect backdrop for the conversation. Truly excellent. It really shows how much of a genius Miles was to have sketched out the parts for the musicians that joined him, just hours before! Jimmy Cobb was right when he said, "This album was made in heaven." Because it's perfect. All the important elements came together, effortlessly. John Coltrane on tenor saxophone, Cannonball Adderley on Alto Saxophone, Bill Evans on piano, Wynton Kelly piano - song # 2, Jimmy Cobb on drums. And Miles on trumpet baby bringing this wonderful masterpiece to life. You can't call yourself a Jazz fan and not have this album. Truly magnificent. The absolute BEST.Read full review
The perfect CD for a relaxing drive time music source. Very popular with my many passengers too; many compliments and questions about this album. Good stuff!
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A definitive sign of the times is Miles' Kind of Blue. He once said that he was all about the blues and spent the remainder of his life after this masterpiece pursuing just that although his efforts to expand on his own musical expression took on many forms he always was about the blues. Possibly the most renown innovator in the history of jazz, demonstrating to the music world that music, especially jazz is first and foremost about exploration and movement and Miles never stayed long in one place. His efforts on this particular recording date once again demonstrates the artist's ability as a leader to captivate the listener and inspire his band to go in a different direction and change the landscape of tonal expression by giving the players the freedom to create on their own. He would continue seeking out new voices and spreading freedom of expression to all that followed those here. The ability to acquire and evaluate new talent in order to achieve fresh and deliberate new directions in music is present here and will always be what we remember about MilesRead full review
The CD came in good shape, plays, etc.. The music is good, really good, only I still can not tell why it is the most sold Jazz album ever. Not to take away from the music.
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Several vituoso's perform improvisational solos with a catchy melody to start/end songs.
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If you are new to Jazz or just beginning your experience, it doesn't get much better than this album. It is rare to find more than two songs on an album that you just go crazy over. Every song on this album is just wonderful. Buy it while you can still find it.
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An awesome record from Miles Davis. 6 of the best tracks you will ever have the pleasure of listening to.
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