The Big 3 (Milt Jackson album)

The Big 3 is a 1975 jazz album featuring vibraphonist Milt Jackson, accompanied by Ray Brown on bass and Joe Pass on guitar. It was recorded in Los Angeles and released by Pablo Records. The album is notable for its straightforward and intimate trio format, showcasing the virtuosity and interplay of these three accomplished jazz musicians. The repertoire consists of a mix of standards and original compositions, highlighting Jackson's signature bluesy and melodic playing style, Brown's solid rhythmic foundation, and Pass's sophisticated harmonic vocabulary. The album is generally considered a fine example of classic jazz trio work.