Tangerine (Dexter Gordon album)

Tangerine is a studio album by American jazz tenor saxophonist Dexter Gordon, released in 1975 on the SteepleChase label. It features Gordon with a quartet comprised of Horace Parlan on piano, Niels-Henning Ørsted Pedersen on bass, and Tony Inzalaco on drums. The album was recorded in Copenhagen, Denmark.

The album showcases Gordon's characteristic hard-swinging style and his ballad playing. It includes interpretations of jazz standards and original compositions. Notable tracks include the title track, "Tangerine," as well as "Lullaby for a Monster," and "Red Cross." The album is generally considered a solid example of Gordon's work during his period in Europe. It is valued for its strong musicianship and the interplay between Gordon and his bandmates.

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