Ode to Mingus
# Ode to Mingus

Ode to Mingus is an album by the American jazz drummer Dannie Richmond recorded in 1979 and released on the Italian Soul Note label.

## Reception

The Allmusic review by Scott Yanow awarded the album 4 stars stating "Throughout the date, Richmond's drumming (which is showcased on the brief solo piece "Olduval Gorge") is heard in prime form".

Professional ratings :

| Review scores ||
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| Source | Rating |
| Allmusic | |

## Track listing

    All compositions by Dannie Richmond except as indicated
* "Ode to Mingus" - 18:19
* "Olduvai Gorge" - 2:46
* "Love Bird" - 9:11
* "If You Could See Me Now" (Tadd Dameron, Carl Sigman) - 3:11
* "Drum Some, Some Drum" - 7:47

   * Recorded at Barigozzi Studio in Milano, Italy on November 23 & 24, 1979

## Personnel

* Dannie Richmond – drums
* Bill Saxton – tenor saxophone
* Danny Mixon – piano
* Mike Richmond – bass
