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Dexter Gordon was one of music's leading tenor saxophonists, emerging during the bop era with his own trademark sound. His illustrious career spanned over four decades with an impressive body of work. Known as the "Sophisticated Giant," his role in Round Midnight earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Leading Role and he won a GRAMMY® for Best Soundtrack. Gordon has worked with legendary players including Nat King Cole, Louis Armstrong and Dizzy Gillespie.

The album is accompanied by its original sleeve notes plus additional photos and newly-written package essays.

High Resolution Mastering by Alan Yoshida and Robin Lynn at Blanche DuBois, April 2012

"In preparing these hi def remasters, we were very conscientious about maintaining the feel of the original releases while adding a previously unattainable transparency and depth. It now sounds like you've set up your chaise lounge right in the middle of Rudy Van Gelder's studio!" - Blue Note President, Don Was.

Musicians:

Dexter Gordon - tenor sax
Sonny Clark - piano
Butch Warren - bass
Billy Higgins - drums

Go is the sensational masterpiece by Dexter Gordon. Gordon was one of music's leading tenor saxophonists, joined here by virtuosos: Sonny Clark, Butch Warren and Billy Higgins. This record has been deemed one of Gordon's finest Blue Note releases. The master of bebop tenor saxophone performs hits including "Cheese Cake," a Latin-tinged version of Porter's "Love for Sale," a breathtaking reading of "Where Are You?" and "I Guess I'll Hang My Tears Out to Dry."