{"product_id":"the-modern-jazz-quartet-the-comedy","title":"The Modern Jazz Quartet - The Comedy","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-end=\"743\" data-start=\"61\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne of the Modern Jazz Quartet's most ambitious and rewarding recordings, \u003cem data-end=\"147\" data-start=\"135\"\u003eThe Comedy\u003c\/em\u003e finds pianist John Lewis drawing inspiration from the Italian theatrical tradition of \u003cem data-end=\"254\" data-start=\"234\"\u003eCommedia dell'arte\u003c\/em\u003e. The resulting suite blends classical structure with jazz improvisation in a way that became the quartet's hallmark. Lewis's elegant compositions are brought vividly to life by the lyrical vibraphone of Milt Jackson, the superbly supportive rhythm section of Percy Heath and Connie Kay, and the ensemble's extraordinary sense of balance, subtlety, and swing. The album also features a memorable guest appearance by Diahann Carroll, adding another theatrical dimension to this unique work.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eOriginally recorded in New York, with producer Nesuhi Ertegun and legendary engineer Tom Dowd, \u003cem data-end=\"873\" data-start=\"861\"\u003eThe Comedy\u003c\/em\u003e remains one of the finest examples of chamber jazz. Its warm, natural sound and sophisticated musical architecture continue to reward repeated listening, showcasing a quartet whose artistry transcended stylistic boundaries. More than sixty years after its release, this landmark recording stands as one of the Modern Jazz Quartet's most imaginative and enduring achievements.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist(s): \u003c\/strong\u003eComposed By - John Lewis\u003cbr\u003ePiano - John Lewis\u003cbr\u003eBass - Percy Heath\u003cbr\u003eVibraphone - Milt Jackson\u003cbr\u003eDrums - Connie Kay\u003cbr\u003eLead Vocals - Diahann Carroll\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecording Info: \u003c\/strong\u003eRecorded in New York City\u003cbr\u003eOctober 20, 1960 - January 22-24, 1962\u003cbr\u003eSupervised By - Nesuhi Ertegun\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eEngineer - Tom Dowd\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eSourced from a 15ips tape\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComponents used for Transfer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis transfer leverages precision analog playback and mastering-grade digital conversion. 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