Stan Kenton – The Stan Kenton Deluxe Set (Jazz/Big Band, 3×Vinyl LP) STCL‑2989 Near Mint

Stan Kenton – The Stan Kenton Deluxe Set (Jazz/Big Band, 3×Vinyl LP) STCL‑2989

Label: Capitol Records Format: 3×Vinyl LP, Stereo Country: USA Genre: Jazz / Big Band / Orchestral Jazz Year: 1960s Capitol compilation series

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Tracklist

Record One – Side One: Artistry in Rhythm • Love Letters • Opus in Pastels • Bali Ha’i • How Deep Is the Ocean

Record One – Side Two: They Didn’t Believe Me • Hey There • Theme to the West • I Concentrate on You • Eager Beaver

Record Two – Side One: Fools Rush In • I Get Along Without You Very Well • Body and Soul • Darn That Dream • It Might as Well Be Spring

Record Two – Side Two: I Feel Pretty • When Your Lover Has Gone • Opus in Chartreuse • On the Street Where You Live • Time After Time

Record Three – Side One: Misty • Never on Sunday • Tristan und Isolde (Part I) • Tonight • I Understand

Record Three – Side Two: Theme from Peyton Place • Stairway to the Stars • Spanish Eyes • Sunny • Yesterday

Description

The Stan Kenton Deluxe Set is a three‑LP Capitol Records anthology drawn from Kenton’s “Creative World” period, presenting a broad survey of his orchestral jazz output. The compilation spans studio and arranged works that highlight Kenton’s approach to large‑ensemble writing, characterized by dense harmonies, brass‑forward voicings, and a focus on modernist orchestration within a jazz framework.

The selections include Kenton originals such as “Artistry in Rhythm,” “Opus in Pastels,” and “Eager Beaver,” alongside interpretations of standards, film themes, and Broadway compositions. Arrangements reflect contributions from key Kenton collaborators including Pete Rugolo and Gene Roland, whose writing helped define the band’s mid‑century sound. The set also includes adaptations of classical material, such as the excerpt from Tristan und Isolde, illustrating Kenton’s interest in integrating symphonic elements into jazz performance.

This compilation was produced by Capitol’s long‑time jazz A&R figure Lee Gillette and represents the label’s effort to present a comprehensive overview of Kenton’s stylistic range—from ballads and standards to experimental orchestral jazz. The set serves as an accessible entry point into Kenton’s catalog while also functioning as a curated retrospective for collectors.

Complete Condition

Jacket ✔️ 9-10 near mint  great copy!

 Vinyl ✔️10 all sides ! excellent

Labels ✔️10

 Listing # ✔️R81