John Coltrane/Africa/Brass (1961)

An American jazz saxophonist, John Coltrane's debut for the Impulse! label. Modal jazz with massive sound, by his quartet, John Coltrane (soprano/tenor saxes), McCoy Tyner (piano), Reggie Workman (bass) and Elvin Jones (drums), and backed by a brass band featuring Freddie Hubbard (trumpet), Booker Little (trumpet), Eric Dolphy (alto sax, flute, bass clarinet) and others. "Africa" is his first tune with the motif of Africa or African music. "Greensleeves" is based on the English folk song of the same title. The orchestra conducted by Eric Dolphy. The 2-CD set, 'The Complete Africa/Brass Sessions' (including alternate takes and previously unissued recordings) is also available.