The Quintessence. New-York – Paris 1947-1959

Jazz is our contribution to the world and us Afro-Americans, even if this world prefers to ignore it and always tries to make it the product of something else.” Art BLAKEYFrEmeaux & AssociEs’ « Quintessence » products have undergone an analogical and digital restoration process which is recognized throughout the world. Each 2 CD set edition includes liner notes in English as well as a guarantee. This 2 CD set present a selection of the best recordings by Art Blakey & the Jazz Messengers between 1947 and 1959.