Mainstream of Jazz

Mainstream of Jazz is an album led by American jazz baritone saxophonist Gerry Mulligan with tracks recorded in 1956 which were released by EmArcy.

Reception

awarded the album 4 stars stating "this was a classic West Coast style jazz band and each of its recordings are worth acquiring".

Track listing

All compositions by Gerry Mulligan except as indicated

"Elevation" - 6:51
"Mainstream" - 6:49
"Ain't It the Truth" - 5:23
"Igloo" - 6:57
"Blue at the Roots" - 5:46
"Lollypop" - 5:48

Recorded in New York City on January 25, 1956 and September 26, 1956
Personnel
Gerry Mulligan – baritone saxophone, piano
Jon Eardley – trumpet
Don Ferrara – trumpet
Bob Brookmeyer – valve trombone
Zoot Sims – tenor saxophone
Bill Crow – double bass
Peck Morrison - double bass
Dave Bailey – drums