Miles Davis and His Orchestra – The Complete Birth of the Cool (Capitol Jazz Classics Vol. 1)

One of the most important recordings in modern jazz history.

The Complete Birth of the Cool documents the legendary 1949–1950 nonet sessions led by Miles Davis — recordings that helped define the Cool Jazz movement and reshaped post-bop arranging.

With writing and arranging contributions from Gerry Mulligan, Gil Evans, John Lewis, and others, these sessions featured a unique instrumentation (including French horn and tuba) that gave the music its smooth, chamber-like texture.

Personnel includes:

• Miles Davis
• Gerry Mulligan
• Lee Konitz
• Max Roach
• John Lewis
• J.J. Johnson
• Kai Winding
• Gunther Schuller
• And more

Essential tracks include:

• Move
• Jeru
• Moon Dreams
• Boplicity
• Israel
• Rocker
• Godchild
• Darn That Dream

This Dutch Capitol Jazz Classics pressing offers a clean, well-regarded reissue of these historic sides.

A cornerstone record for any serious jazz collection.