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The adventurous big band jazz featuring such renowned composers and arrangers as Yagi Masao, Yamaya Kiyoshi, Maeda Norio, and Sato Masahiko. This is Sharps & Flats' greatest masterpiece. Sharps & Flats, led by Hara Nobuo, has led the Japanese big band jazz scene with its diverse activities and outstanding musicality. They have produced many works throughout their long career, but this album, Little Giant, is considered one of their most representative works.

The original was released in 1970 as part of Victor's Japanese Jazz series. Of note is the participation of such renowned composers and arrangers as Yagi Masao, Yamaya Kiyoshi, Maeda Norio, and Sato Masahiko. In addition to the original songs by each of them, the album also features a unique arrangement of Oliver Nelson's songs, who has a deep connection with Sharps & Flats. The arrangements are as detailed as they are adventurous, and the high quality of the performance makes them a reality. This is a masterpiece that brings out the best of Sharps and Flats' ability and charm. — via Label

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Label: Victor Entertainment, Inc.
Series: Project Re:Vinyl
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Limited Edition, Reissue, Gatefold
Reissued: 2024 / Original Release: 1969
Genre: Jazz
Style: Big Band, Soul-Jazz, Post Bop, Avant-garde Jazz

File under: Japanese Jazz
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