Sun Ra - Nuits de la Fondation Maeght, Vol. 1

Nuits De La Fondation Maeght, Vol. 1 (1970) is the first of two releases capturing Sun Ra and The Arkestra at Saint Paul de Vence, Côte d'Azur, France, in August of 1970, on what was their first European excursion. As a rule, free and avant-garde jazz are a decidedly acquired taste. However, for discerning palettes, these installments present the aggregate at their absolute pinnacle in terms of performance and inspiration. The four works included here offer a wide variety of styles and approaches, proving that the combo were far more multifaceted and involved than often given credit for. Read More