An Introduction to Jelly Roll Morton

by Jelly Roll Morton

Overview

Though Jelly Roll Morton didn't invent jazz (as he often claimed) he was one of the chief architects of its early sound, and made great strides as an arranger and composer in the age when the genre was just growing up. All of those accomplishments are evident on this superbly selected compilation, as is Morton's fine piano playing, and, most importantly, the beauty of his songs. "King Porter Stomp," "Jelly Roll Blues," and "Black Bottom Stomp," among others, are here--every one of them a stone-cold jazz classic. As the title suggests, this is an ideal way to get introduced to this pivotal figure.

Product Details

Release Date:	04/18/2006
Label:	True North Records
UPC:	0620638042625
Rank:	148129

Album Credits

Performance Credits

Jelly Roll Morton   Primary Artist

Technical Credits

Bill Dahl   Liner Notes