Patterns in Jazz is an album by American jazz saxophonist Gil Mellé recorded on April 1, 1956 and released on Blue Note later that year.Blue Note Records discography accessed December 28, 2010 The quintet features trombonist Eddie Bert and rhythm section Joe Cinderella, Oscar Pettiford and Ed Thigpen.
Reception The AllMusic review by Stephen Thomas Erlewine states, "Gil Melle's debut album for Blue Note, is filled with bright, bold colors and identifiable patterns that camouflage how adventurous the work actually is. On the surface, the music is cool and laid-back, but close listening reveals the invention in Melle's compositions and arrangements of the standards... Ultimately, Patterns in Jazz is cerebral music that swings—it's entertaining, but stimulating."Erlewine, S. T. Allmusic Review accessed December 28, 2010
Track listing
Personnel
Musicians Gil Mellé – baritone saxophone Eddie Bert – trombone Joe Cinderella – guitar Oscar Pettiford – bass Ed Thigpen – drums
Technical personnel
Alfred Lion – producer Rudy Van Gelder – recording engineer Reid Miles – design Francis Wolff – photography Barry Ulanov – liner notes
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