The Modern Jazz Quartet, Under the Jasmin Tree

Regular price $120.00
Artist - The Modern Jazz Quartet
Format - 12" Album
Genre - Jazz
Year - 1968
Country - United Kingdom
Grading (record) - Very Good Plus
Grading (sleeve) - Very Good Plus

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Description

Rare - Massive Coin O/Seas

Under the Jasmin Tree – The Modern Jazz Quartet

Format: Vinyl
Genre: Jazz / Cool Jazz / Third Stream / Modern Jazz

Description:
A refined and beautifully arranged recording, The Modern Jazz Quartet – Under the Jasmin Tree showcases the group’s trademark blend of cool-jazz sophistication and classical influence. Released in 1968 on Apple Records, this album features the legendary lineup of Milt Jackson, John Lewis, Percy Heath and Connie Kay, delivering a polished, chamber-jazz sound rich in melody, mood and subtle swing.

With standout pieces like “The Blue Necklace” and the four-part suite “Three Little Feelings,” the album highlights the MJQ’s unique ability to balance improvisation with structured, almost orchestral composition. A must-have for collectors who appreciate elegant, understated jazz with depth and artistry.

This copy has been carefully inspected and graded to ensure clean, reliable playback — a premium addition for lovers of modern jazz and Apple Records collectors.

Key Notes:

  • 1968 Apple Records jazz release

  • Features Milt Jackson & John Lewis in peak form

  • Cool jazz meets classical (Third Stream) sophistication

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MINT - sealed

NM - likely never played - almost perfect

VG+ - light scuffs, light scratches wont effect play

VG -  signs of wear, light scratches you can feel

GOOD -  surface noise, visible groove wear

POOR / FAIR- some damage, causing issues like skipping & distorted audio

OIS - original inner sleeve