"MUSIC FOR HI-FI BUGS" Pete Rugolo, Stan Kenton, all-star West Coast JAZZ LP NM

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Performer(s): PETE RUGOLO

Album Title: MUSIC FOR HI-FI BUGS (1956)

Label Information: EmArcy MG 30682 (Mercury Records)

Jacket Condition: NM

Disc Condition: NM

Comments: Despite a title that portends space age pop sensibilities, Music for Hi-Fi Bugs in fact offers a decidedly modernist interpretation of the classic big-band formula. Channeling the influence of onetime boss Stan Kenton, Pete Rugolo and an all-star cast of West Coast confederates including Russ Freeman, Dave Pell, and Pete Candoli both tighten up and stretch out, forging bold, focused performances that nevertheless afford the individual players the space to deliver complex, inventive solos. Rugolo's arrangements dazzle, boasting a rich palette of colors and tones that amplify the artistry of the individual performances -- familiar melodies like "These Foolish Things" and "Dream of You" seem fresh and new all over again.

Pete Rugolo was one of the 20th century's most gifted and influential arranger composers working in the fields of big bands and jazz. Born in Sicily in 1915, his parents immigrated to the States in 1920, a move that saw Pete grow up in California. He studied composition at Mills College, California, with classical composer Darius Milhaud. Rugolo's big break came in 1945 when, having been discharged from the Army, he joined the Stan Kenton Orchestra as its chief arranger, composer and occasional pianist. During the 1950s and '60s Rugolo recorded a series of acclaimed big band albums under his own name, two of which are compiled on this release, and both of which include an all-star line up. Music for Hi Fi Bugs 1956 feature the talents of musicians such as Maynard Ferguson, Don Paladino and Don Fagerquist trumpets, Barney Kessel guitar, André Previn piano, Shelly Manne drums, Larry Bunker percussion and Frank Rosolino trombone, who perform Rugolo's inventive, swinging arrangements to perfection. Titles include Fawncy Meeting You, Snowfall, These Foolish Things, as well as Rugolo originals such as Later Team, Oscar's and Pete's Blues.

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Vinyl & Cover Grading:

“SS” Still Sealed = For the collector that demands nothing but perfection.

“M” Mint = A near perfect; or un-played record.

“NM” Near Mint = In factory fresh condition, like new.

VG+ = There will be obvious signs of wear and the possibility a few scuffs and/or light surface noise between tracks or during quiet passages, but still quite nice.

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