Eric Dolphy – Conversations – 1963 – Avant-Garde Jazz / Post-Bop (vinyl) Very rare
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Eric Dolphy – Conversations – 1963 – Avant-Garde Jazz / Post-Bop F
FM-LP-308 | Vinyl – U.S. Release Very Rare
Tracklist
Side A Jitterbug Waltz – Music Matador
Side B Alone Together – Love Me
Released in 1963, Conversations is a landmark recording in Eric Dolphy’s career, showcasing his fearless approach to improvisation and genre-defying collaborations. The album blends structured compositions with free-form interplay, highlighting Dolphy’s mastery of alto saxophone, bass clarinet, and flute.
“Jitterbug Waltz,” a reimagining of Fats Waller’s classic, opens the album with whimsical phrasing and harmonic depth. “Music Matador” features contributions from Prince Lasha and Huey Simmons, pushing the boundaries of ensemble dynamics. On Side B, “Alone Together” stretches into a 13-minute exploration of space and mood, while “Love Me” closes the album with lyrical introspection.
Produced by Alan Douglas and engineered by Bill Schwartau, Conversations was distributed through Vee Jay Records and remains a cult favorite among jazz collectors. It captures Dolphy’s transition toward freer forms and his commitment to musical dialogue—hence the album’s title.
Condition 10 of 10
Jacket ✅ 8 -light waer on the bottom of the cover b/ name on the reverse
Vinyl ✅ 10 both sides
Labels ✅10
Listing # ✅R67