The Complete Birth Of The Cool LP (Universal - Consolidated)

Birth of the Cool is a seminal compilation album by jazz trumpeter Miles Davis, released in 1957. It comprises innovative recordings by Davis's nonet between 1949 and 1950. These sessions featured unique instrumentation and arrangements influenced by classical music techniques. The album is considered a cornerstone in the history of cool jazz and includes tracks like "Jeru" and "Move." Birth of the Cool introduced the world to a new style of jazz, drawing inspiration from Claude Thornhill's band and later influencing cool jazz pioneers. Many of the nonet members, like Gerry Mulligan and John Lewis, had successful careers in cool jazz after these recordings.