Oliver Nelson was an American jazz saxophonist, clarinetist, composer, and arranger whose work influenced both jazz and film music. His 1961 album 'The Blues and the Abstract Truth,' featuring the classic 'Stolen Moments,' is considered one of jazz's finest recordings. Nelson's sophisticated arranging skills led to extensive work in television and film scoring, particularly for 'Six Million Dollar Man' and 'Ironside.' His ability to bridge jazz composition with commercial media demonstrated versatility rare among jazz artists. Nelson's early death in 1975 cut short a career that had contributed significantly to both jazz and American entertainment music.

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Oliver Nelson Afro / American Sketches UK vinyl LP album record PR7225 Transatlantic 1966

OLIVER NELSON ORCHESTRA Afro / American Sketches (1966 UK 7-track Transatlantic logo label vinyl LP originally recorded in 1961 front laminated picture sleeve. This was Nelsons first outing as a big band leader and musically draws comparisons with his inspiration; Duke Ellington. The sleeve shows just some light shelfwear and a little discolouration to thereverse the vinyl is Excellent with minimal play only PR7225) Track Listing: 1
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