Tommy Flanagan Trio

Tommy Flanagan Trio is the classic jazz group led by esteemed pianist Tommy Flanagan, known for his elegant and lyrical style. A Detroit native, Flanagan was a highly sought-after accompanist, perhaps most famously playing on John Coltrane’s landmark album Giant Steps, as well as working extensively with Ella Fitzgerald. The trio format allowed Flanagan’s nuanced playing and sophisticated touch to shine, often featuring a rotating cast of top-tier rhythm section players over the years.

The Tommy Flanagan Trio gained recognition for its tasteful interpretations of standards and bop-inspired originals. One of their well-known recordings, Montreux '77, captured a stellar live performance at the Montreux Jazz Festival and showcased the trio's dynamic interplay and Flanagan's masterful phrasing. Revered among peers and jazz aficionados, the Tommy Flanagan Trio remains a shining example of the piano trio tradition in modern jazz.

Genres

Jazz

Hard Bop

Cool Jazz

Bebop

Contemporary Jazz

Swing

Post-bop

Modern Jazz

Piano Jazz

Jazz Standards

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Latest Release

Tommy Flanagan Trio

Tommy Flanagan Trio

Album - 7 Tracks - Released January 1, 1985