The Black Saint and the Sinner Lady — 1963

An ambitious, through-composed suite blending jazz, classical and flamenco into something cinematic and intense. Singular even within Mingus's catalogue. A bold, rewarding listen. A later chapter in Charles Mingus's catalogue, and still one of the best.

On vinyl: Original pressings are collector's territory now, so most listeners reach for a well-reviewed reissue.

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If you have The Black Saint and the Sinner Lady, these are the Charles Mingus records worth reaching for next.

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