The Modern Jazz Quartet performed and recorded jazz, off and on, for some 45 years between 1952 and 1997. As with any group of musicians there were occasional personnel changes but the core group remained for most of that time. The personnel probably most frequently identified with MJQ are John Lewis at the piano, Milt Jackson on vibes, Percy Heath playing bass and Connie Kay on drums. These are the artists on both D&E Blues, written by John Lewis and Monterey Mist, a Milt Jackson composition.
D&E Blues, the tune on top, offers the texture and tempo we have become accustomed to with this group … easy going, smooth and relaxing. Monterey Mist, on the other hand, provides a seriously cooking contrast by MJQ that has the recipe to make even the casual jazz listener sit up and smile!
