Joe Pass – For Django (LP)

Album Info Hide Show Artist: Joe Pass Album: For Django Released: Worldwide, 4 Feb 2022 Tracklist: A1 Django 3:19 Written-By – John Lewis A2 Rosetta 3:10 Written-By – E. Hines, H. Woode A3 Nuages 2:30 Written-By – D. Reinhardt, J. LaRue A4 For Django 3:20 Written-By – Joe Pass A5 Night And Day 3:43 Written-By – Cole Porter B1 Fleur D’Ennui 2:50 Written-By – Django Reinhardt B2 Insensiblement (Once When We Were Young) 3:10 Written-By – Paul Misraki B3 Cavalerie 4:20 Written-By – Django Reinhardt B4 Django’s Castle 3:47 Written-By – Django Reinhardt B5 Limehouse Blues 2:10 Written-By – D. Furber, P. Braham Info About Buying Vinyl From Our Record Store We are a small independent record store located at 211 High St, Preston in Melbourne, Australia (North of Northcote, between Thornbury & Reservoir) We buy and sell new and used vinyl records – if you have a collection you’d like to sell please click here . We ship Australia wide for a flat rate of $10 for standard shipping or $15 for express post. Free Shipping for orders $150 and over. You can also pick up your order in store, just select Local Pickup at the checkout. We also ship internationally – prices vary depending on weight and location. We ship vinyls in thick, rigid carboard mailers with a crushable zone on either side, and for extra safety we bubble wrap the records. In stock vinyl is usally shipped next business day, please check the availability field at the top of the product page to see whether the record is currently in stock or if it is available from the supplier as well as estimated shipping times. If you order an in stock item together with a pre order or back order (listed as available from supplier rather than in stock) then the order will be shipped together when all items arrive. If you would like the in stock items shipped first please place two separate orders or contact us to arrange shipping items separately. We are strongly committed to customer satisfaction. If you experience any problems with your order contact us so we can rectify the situation. If the record arrives damaged or doesn’t arrive we will cover the cost of replacing or returning the record. If you change your mind you have 30 days to return your record but you must cover the cost of returning it to the store. You can contact our Melbourne record shop at (03) 9939 3807 or at [email protected] Happy Listening! Description Hide Show Joe Pass’s 1964 album “For Django” is a masterful tribute to the legendary gypsy jazz guitarist Django Reinhardt. This record showcases Pass’s virtuosic guitar playing and his deep respect for Reinhardt’s legacy, while also allowing him to infuse the music with his own unique style and sensibilities. The album is a collection of Reinhardt-inspired compositions and standards, reinterpreted through Pass’s lens of bebop and modern jazz. The quartet featured on “For Django” includes Joe Pass on guitar, John Pisano on rhythm guitar, Jim Hughart on bass, and Colin Bailey on drums. This ensemble creates a warm, intimate sound that perfectly complements the material. Pass’s playing is fluid and expressive, demonstrating his technical prowess and his ability to convey emotion through his instrument. The interplay between the musicians is seamless, with each member contributing to the overall texture of the music without overshadowing the others. Tracks like “For Django” and “Nuages” highlight Pass’s ability to capture the essence of Reinhardt’s style while making it his own. His phrasing and articulation pay homage to Reinhardt’s gypsy jazz roots, but his improvisational approach and harmonic choices reflect his bebop influences. The result is a blend of tradition and innovation that feels both timeless and fresh. “For Django” is not just a tribute album; it is a testament to Joe Pass’s artistry and his deep connection to the music of Django Reinhardt. It stands as one of the finest examples of jazz guitar playing and remains a favourite among fans and musicians alike. Whether you’re a longtime admirer of Django Reinhardt or new to Joe Pass’s work, this album is a must-listen for its beauty, craftsmanship, and heartfelt homage to a jazz icon. Product Reviews Hide Show Write a Review