Modern Jazz Quartet
In Memoriam
Rare & Collectible Vinyl Records

1984 repress. John Lewis (piano and composer), Milt Jackson (vibraphone), Percy Heath (bass), and Connie Kay (drums)—had regrouped after a brief hiatus, and this recording reflected both their renewed artistic vigor and a contemplative homage to the past. The album also features "Jazz Ostinato" and "Adagio from the Guitar Concerto: Concierto de Aranjuez," further exemplifying the group's penchant for integrating classical works and techniques into their repertoire. The Modern Jazz Quartet's approach on "In Memoriam" is marked by their signature restraint, elegance, and intricate interplay, serving both as a reflection on musical legacies and as an assertion of their own place within jazz history. The record stands as a testament to the group's long-standing commitment to sophisticated musical fusion and serves as a significant chapter in the MJQ's storied evolution.