Don Ellis – Autumn Record 1968 1st Press Columbia Jazz LP Stereo
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Mar 10, 2026 Sold Date
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This is a stunning original 1968 stereo pressing of 'Autumn' by Don Ellis and His Orchestra, released on the iconic Columbia Records label (CS 9721). Produced by Al Kooper, this album is a masterclass in progressive Big Band Jazz, featuring Ellis's signature use of complex time signatures and innovative quarter-tone trumpet. The record features the classic Columbia '360 Sound' red label with white lettering, a hallmark of late 1960s high-fidelity pressings.

The tracklist includes the ambitious sidelong 'Variations for Trumpet' and live recordings from Stanford University, such as the high-energy 'Indian Lady' and 'K.C. Blues.' This specific pressing is identified by the matrix number XSM137895-1C, indicating an early production run. The jacket features the vibrant, infrared-style photography of Jim Marshall, and the set includes the original Columbia inner sleeve showcasing other contemporary releases from 1969, making it a fantastic historical artifact for any serious jazz collector.


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