Jazz Casual: John Coltrane-Jazz DVD-603497258123

A master of the tenor. soprano. and alto saxophones. the great John William Coltrane (1926-1967) performs here with his quintet for a black-and-white episode of Jazz Casual. music critic Ralph J. Gleasons renowned series for National Educational Television (1960-1968). Originally aired January 4. 1964. the program features Coltrane blowing the saxophones. McCoy Tyner on piano. Jimmy Garrison at the bass. and Elvin Jones playing the drums. Highlights include an extended bass solo by Garrison. The songs played are 'Intro Theme: National Educational TV Blues' (:25). 'Afro Blue' (7:11). 'Alabama' (5:59). and 'Impressions' (13:51). Steve Blackburn