Rudy Van Gelder 1924-2016

[Xann]

Where do you begin?

Staggering body of work, just staggering.

[peretti]

Yes, a truly amazing output.

[amidar]

Impossible the guy was a giant his skill, knowledge and craftsmanship have been equaled to different points but never bettered. I listen to something like this and you think 1957 wow, just wow. YouTube wont give the same experience you get from playing something this guy was involved with on a decent set up. Why Mingus would never work with him I don't know the guy was a genius and I don't say that lightly:

[Turboellis]

Mingus apparently said: "...Rudy van Gelder makes those kind of records. He tries to change people’s tones. I’ve seen him do it; I’ve seen him do it; I’ve seen him take Thad Jones and the way he sets him up at the mike, he can change the whole sound. That’s why I never go to him; he ruined my bass sound...."

[Boi Bach o Bethel]

The passing of a true colossus of the recording industry. Rest in Peace Maestro

[SirSlim]

The passing of a true colossus of the recording industry. Rest in Peace Maestro

I concur.

Just a few of crystal clear magical recordings he made:

[Mumbles]

A true legend. Just imagine all that music being played and recorded in your living room.

[leebrady]

My van gelder love supreme is the best sounding record I've ever heard
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