Dexter Gordon "One Flight Up" BST 84176 VG+/VG+ 1965 Original

VG+/VG+ Van Gelder/Plastylite 1965 Original 

Dexter Gordon's "One Flight Up," released in 1965, is a quintessential jazz album that showcases the tenor saxophonist's deep, resonant tone and masterful improvisational skills. Recorded in Paris, the album features an outstanding lineup including trumpeter Donald Byrd, pianist Kenny Drew, bassist Niels-Henning Ørsted Pedersen, and drummer Art Taylor.

The album is noted for its extended tracks, particularly the 18-minute opener "Tanya," which highlights the group's cohesive interplay and Gordon's commanding presence. Other tracks like "Coppin' the Haven" and "Darn That Dream" blend lyrical beauty with complex, swinging rhythms. "One Flight Up" is celebrated for its sophisticated compositions and the relaxed yet vibrant atmosphere of the performances, solidifying Dexter Gordon's status as a leading figure in the hard bop and post-bop movements.