Eric Allan Dolphy (June 20, 1928 – June 29, 1964) was a jazz musician who p… Read Full Bio ↴Eric Allan Dolphy (June 20, 1928 – June 29, 1964) was a jazz musician who played alto saxophone, flute and bass clarinet and was educated at Los Angeles City College. Dolphy was the first important bass clarinet soloist in jazz, and one of the first viable flute soloists in jazz. On early recordings, he occasionally played traditional B-flat clarinet. His unique and individual style utilized wide intervals, speech-like effects and exotic scales.
Classical music played a large role in Dolphy's early training and remained important to him. Dolphy performed and recorded Edgard Varese's Density 21.5 for solo flute as well as other classical[ works, and participated heavily in Third Stream efforts. Dolphy's work is sometimes classified as free jazz, though he insisted that his compositions and solos were grounded in a thorough, if occasionally unorthodox, use of harmony. He is often compared to Ornette Coleman.
Numerous recordings were made of live performances by Dolphy, and these have been issued by many sometimes dubious record labels, drifting in and out of print ever since. In 1964, Dolphy signed with the legendary Blue Note label and recorded Out To Lunch (once again, the label insisted on using "out" in the title). This album was deeply rooted in the avant garde, and Dolphy's solos are as dissonant and unpredictable as anything he ever recorded. Out To Lunch was deeply influential for a generation of jazz players, and remains a cornerstone in the modern jazz movement. On this album, Dolphy cemented an association with Bobby Hutcherson (they had also recorded together the previous year). Together with his work with Andrew Hill on the pianist's Point of Departure, his working relationship with Hutcherson is one of the intriguing might-have-been's of jazz history. Dolphy's 1964 Blue Note recording Out to Lunch is often regarded not only as his finest, but also as one of the greatest jazz recordings.
Dolphy had intended to settle in Europe (his fiancé was working as a ballerina in Paris) but he died in Berlin from a diabetic attack (which doctors believed was due to malnourishment) on June 29, 1964.
He still remains a legend.
He is honored by the Jesuit institution of LeMoyne College, where there is an annual event called "Dolphy Day." This day is held to honor the music and legend of Dolphy. The day has become a symbol of carefree, college fun, a time to be with friends outdoors on the first beautiful day of Spring. The 40th anniversary of Dolphy Day, celebrated April 7, 2010, honored Eric Dolphy with a life-size bronze sculpture that is the only one of its kind in the world.
Classical music played a large role in Dolphy's early training and remained important to him. Dolphy performed and recorded Edgard Varese's Density 21.5 for solo flute as well as other classical[ works, and participated heavily in Third Stream efforts. Dolphy's work is sometimes classified as free jazz, though he insisted that his compositions and solos were grounded in a thorough, if occasionally unorthodox, use of harmony. He is often compared to Ornette Coleman.
Numerous recordings were made of live performances by Dolphy, and these have been issued by many sometimes dubious record labels, drifting in and out of print ever since. In 1964, Dolphy signed with the legendary Blue Note label and recorded Out To Lunch (once again, the label insisted on using "out" in the title). This album was deeply rooted in the avant garde, and Dolphy's solos are as dissonant and unpredictable as anything he ever recorded. Out To Lunch was deeply influential for a generation of jazz players, and remains a cornerstone in the modern jazz movement. On this album, Dolphy cemented an association with Bobby Hutcherson (they had also recorded together the previous year). Together with his work with Andrew Hill on the pianist's Point of Departure, his working relationship with Hutcherson is one of the intriguing might-have-been's of jazz history. Dolphy's 1964 Blue Note recording Out to Lunch is often regarded not only as his finest, but also as one of the greatest jazz recordings.
Dolphy had intended to settle in Europe (his fiancé was working as a ballerina in Paris) but he died in Berlin from a diabetic attack (which doctors believed was due to malnourishment) on June 29, 1964.
He still remains a legend.
He is honored by the Jesuit institution of LeMoyne College, where there is an annual event called "Dolphy Day." This day is held to honor the music and legend of Dolphy. The day has become a symbol of carefree, college fun, a time to be with friends outdoors on the first beautiful day of Spring. The 40th anniversary of Dolphy Day, celebrated April 7, 2010, honored Eric Dolphy with a life-size bronze sculpture that is the only one of its kind in the world.
Out to Lunch
Eric Dolphy Lyrics
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S.T.I.N.K. Fest It’s been a long ride Echoing embers of lost time Eager to…
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Dont Blame Me Ever since the lucky night I found you I've hung around…
Green Dolphin Street It seems like a dream, yet I know it happened A…
I'll Remember April This lovely day will lengthen into evening We'll sigh goodby…
I`ll Remember April This lovely day will lengthen into evening We'll sigh goodb…
Laura You know the feeling of something half remembered Of somethi…
Like Someone In Love Lately, I find myself out gazing at stars, Hearing guitars…
Lover You went away I let you We broke the ties that bind I…
On Green Dolphin Street It seems like a dream, yet I know it happened A…
Speak Low Speak low when you speak, love, Our summer day withers away…
When Lights Are Low Listen to the melody entrancing Blending in a soft and sweet…
You Are Too Beautiful You are too beautiful, my dear, to be true And I…
You Don't Know What Love Is You don't know what love is 'Til you've learned the meaning…
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E̲r̲i̲c̲ ̲D̲o̲l̲p̲h̲y̲ ̲–̲ ̲O̲u̲t̲ ̲T̲o̲ ̲L̲u̲n̲c̲h̲!̲ ̲(̲1̲9̲6̲4̲)̲
Format:CD, Album, Reissue, Remastered, SHM-CD
Genre:Jazz
Style:Free Jazz, Modal
Tracklist:
1 H̲a̲t̲ ̲A̲n̲d̲ ̲B̲e̲a̲r̲d̲ 0:00:02
2 ̲S̲o̲m̲e̲t̲h̲i̲n̲g̲ ̲S̲w̲e̲e̲t̲,̲ ̲S̲o̲m̲e̲t̲h̲i̲n̲g̲ ̲T̲e̲n̲d̲e̲r̲ 0:08:23
3 ̲G̲a̲z̲z̲e̲l̲l̲o̲n̲i̲ 0:14:26
4 O̲u̲t̲ ̲T̲o̲ ̲L̲u̲n̲c̲h̲ 0:21:44
5 S̲t̲r̲a̲i̲g̲h̲t̲ ̲U̲p̲ ̲A̲n̲d̲ ̲D̲o̲w̲n̲ 0:33:50
6 H̲a̲t̲ ̲A̲n̲d̲ ̲B̲e̲a̲r̲d̲ ̲(̲A̲l̲t̲ ̲T̲a̲k̲e̲)̲ 0:42:05
7 S̲o̲m̲e̲t̲h̲i̲n̲g̲ ̲S̲w̲e̲e̲t̲,̲ ̲S̲o̲m̲e̲t̲h̲i̲n̲g̲ ̲T̲e̲n̲d̲e̲r̲ ̲(̲A̲l̲t̲ ̲T̲a̲k̲e̲)̲ 0:50:52
Credits
Alto Saxophone, Flute, Bass Clarinet – E̲r̲i̲c̲ ̲D̲o̲l̲p̲h̲y̲
Bass – Richard Davis
Drums – Anthony Williams
Trumpet – Freddie Hubbard
Vibraphone – Bobby Hutcherson
Written By – E̲r̲i̲c̲ ̲D̲o̲l̲p̲h̲y̲ (tracks: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7)
Notes
Recorded on February 25, 1964 at the Van Gelder Studio, Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey.
Luis Mántaras
A remarkable convergence of talents: all those top musicians leading by Eric Dolphy, BN designer, photos, recording quality... Superb by all means!!!
jackie hard-bop lady brown
Extraordinary outstanding album , i really need to listen to it at times . About me one of the best album from Eric Dolphy . Check out who is playing further here , listen to Bobby Hutcherson , absolutaly superb...this is a free jazz gem
Leslie Hayton
I bought this one in1973 on import and it was expensive , about £50 in today’s money and you had to buy it or likely never hear it . Nowadays we can dial it up at will and I think it’s fantastic . Never a favourite of mine , but I’ve still got it ! Happy listening !
Joey Skattebo
One of the greatest records ever to be recorded, R.I.P Eric Dolphy, Superman!
Ronald Unkel
His best! G’day & Cheers!
Luis Mántaras
Lunch time with Dolphy, an exquisite dish, flavored cup of tea for me. This one and "Outward bound" are my best Dolphy's for many reasons. I'm glad you liked this mid-sixties avant-garde Jazz featuring such stars as Hubbard, Hutcherson, Williams. Richard Davis I like you too. Regards!
wasabi1drful
My theme song!
Uncle Funk Groove
Fukin awesome
Jonathan Barnes
Great post. 📫