A Genuine Tong Funeral
One of vibraphonist Gary Burton's most intriguing recordings, A Genuine Tong Funeral (Carla Bley's suite which musically depicts attitudes toward death) was called by its composer a "Dark Opera Without Words." Burton's classic Quartet (which also includes guitarist Larry Coryell, bassist Steve Swallow and drummer Bob Moses) is augmented by six notable all-stars: soprano saxophonist Steve Lacy, trumpeter Mike Mantler, Gato Barbieri on tenor, trombonist Jimmy Knepper, Howard Johnson on tuba and baritone and Bley herself on piano and organ. The music is dramatic, occasionally a little humorous, and a superb showcase for Gary Burton's vibes.
- The Opening: Interlude; (Shovels) The Survivors; Grave Train
- Death Rolls
- Morning - Part One
- Interlude: "Lament" Intermission Music
- Silent Spring
- Fanfare; Mother Of The Dead Man
- Some Dirge
- Morning - Part Two
- The New Funeral March
- The New National Anthem; The Survivors
One of vibraphonist Gary Burton's most intriguing recordings, A Genuine Tong Funeral (Carla Bley's suite which musically depicts attitudes toward death) was called by its composer a "Dark Opera Without Words." Burton's classic Quartet (which also includes guitarist Larry Coryell, bassist Steve Swallow and drummer Bob Moses) is augmented by six notable all-stars: soprano saxophonist Steve Lacy, trumpeter Mike Mantler, Gato Barbieri on tenor, trombonist Jimmy Knepper, Howard Johnson on tuba and baritone and Bley herself on piano and organ. The music is dramatic, occasionally a little humorous, and a superb showcase for Gary Burton's vibes.
Tracklisting
- The Opening: Interlude; (Shovels) The Survivors; Grave Train
- Death Rolls
- Morning - Part One
- Interlude: "Lament" Intermission Music
- Silent Spring
- Fanfare; Mother Of The Dead Man
- Some Dirge
- Morning - Part Two
- The New Funeral March
- The New National Anthem; The Survivors
