Miles Davis and John Coltrane: Reaching the Masses with 'Round About Midnight
Part three of the 'Davis and Coltrane, centenaries of legend' series explores the 1957 recording of ''Round About Midnight'. At that time, trumpeter Miles Davis achieved his objective of reaching a broad audience, notwithstanding the ensemble's chaotic existence, which persisted even after saxophonist John Coltrane arrived. The installment describes the birth of a major jazz quintet, tracing how the group came together despite instability. The six-part series commemorates the centenaries of both musicians, with this episode focusing on a key moment in their shared legacy.
Key facts
- Miles Davis recorded 'Round About Midnight in 1957.
- The recording was intended to reach a broad public.
- Davis achieved his goal of touching a wide audience.
- The orchestra's existence was chaotic.
- The chaos continued even after John Coltrane's arrival.
- The article is the third installment of a six-part series.
- The series is called 'Davis and Coltrane, centenaries of legend'.
- The article covers the birth of a great jazz quintet.
Entities
Artists
- Miles Davis
- John Coltrane