Jam Session featuring Maynard Ferguson is an album by Canadian jazz trumpeter Maynard Ferguson featuring tracks recorded in early 1954 and released on the EmArcy label.[1] The album was Ferguson's first 12-inch LP and was released on CD compiled with Jam Session featuring Maynard Ferguson as Hollywood Jam Sessions in 2005.
| Jam Session featuring Maynard Ferguson | ||||
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| Released | 1955 | |||
| Recorded | February 23, 1954 | |||
| Studio | Capitol, 5515 Melrose Ave, Hollywood | |||
| Genre | Jazz | |||
| Length | 33:12 | |||
| Label | EmArcy MG 36009 | |||
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Reception
edit| Review scores | |
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| Source | Rating |
| Allmusic |   [2] |
| Allmusic |  [3] |
Allmusic awarded the album 3 stars stating "Although the music contains no real surprises, this album has its exciting moments and will be enjoyed by bebop fans".[2] The same reviewer rated Hollywood Jam Sessions 4½ stars stating "Hollywood Jam Sessions has some of Ferguson's most exciting performances from his Los Angeles years".[3]
Track listing
edit- "Our Love is Here to Stay" (George Gershwin, Ira Gershwin) - 16:07
- "Air Conditioned" (Maynard Ferguson) - 17:05
Personnel
editReferences
edit- ^ EmArcy Records discography accessed September 28, 2012
- ^ a b Yanow, S. Allmusic Review accessed September 28, 2012
- ^ a b Yanow, S. Allmusic Review accessed October 2, 2012