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Slow Motion Blues is a jazz track recorded by the Lester Young Quartet on March 8, 1951, in New York City. The piece showcases Lester Young’s signature “cool” tenor saxophone style, characterized by a light, airy tone and melodic phrasing that served as a bridge between the swing era and bebop.

The track is a staple of Young’s later career recordings produced by Norman Granz. It is often paired with “Lester Swings,” which was recorded during the same session.

Recording Details
Recording Date: March 8, 1951.
Location: New York City, NY.
Original Label: Released on Norgran Records (Norgran-138) and later featured on Verve Records compilations.

Personnel:
Lester Young – tenor Saxophone
John Lewis – piano
Gene Ramey – bass
Jo Jones – drums.