Stan Kenton – The Jazz Compositions of Dee Barton (1970) Vinyl LP

Progressive jazz from the pen of one of Kenton’s most gifted collaborators. The Jazz Compositions of Dee Barton is a 1970 release from Stan Kenton — showcasing the ambitious, adventurous writing of Dee Barton, Kenton’s longtime drummer and arranger, in a set of original compositions that push the big band format into bold new territory.

Format: Vinyl LP
Year: 1970
Genre: Jazz / Big Band / Progressive Jazz
Cover: Good — 8/10 (minor edgewear/buffs)
Sleeve: Generic white paper
Disc: Good+ — 8–9/10 (seems rarely played)

A well-preserved Stan Kenton LP — a rare find for fans of progressive big band jazz and Dee Barton’s writing.