Duke Ellington – Prelude to a Kiss (CD, Philips Classics Productions, 1996) – Mint / Sealed punk 1970’s ‘San Francisco’ album found

1970’s ‘San Francisco’ album found jazz vibraphonist Bobby Hutcherson and tenor sax player Harold Land moving away from post-bop into jazz fusion territory

story-driven compositions that reflect his refined approach

Significantly the album saw a move towards featuring more original compositions from the band

combining jazz storytelling with wit

The album moves between deep reggae grooves

Duke Ellington – Prelude to a Kiss (CD, Philips Classics Productions, 1996) – Mint / Sealed punk 1970’s ‘San Francisco’ album foundA refined orchestral jazz recording featuring the compositions of Duke Ellington, presented within a classical production context. Prelude to a Kiss highlights Ellingtons melodic sophistication and harmonic depth through carefully arranged interpretations. Mint and Sealed CD on Philips Classics Productions (1996).