Artist profile · 04/07/2026
Eric Dolphy
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About
Eric Dolphy, Pioneering avant-garde jazz with multi-instrumental mastery.
Eric Dolphy’s discography includes notable albums such as Out To Lunch! (1964), Berlin Concerts (1977), and Iron Man (1968). With a career marked by collaborations with Charles Mingus, John Coltrane, and Ornette Coleman, Dolphy pushed the boundaries of jazz by incorporating free and avant-garde elements. His instrument range spans alto saxophone, bass clarinet, and flute, offering a distinct voice in post-bop and hard bop scenes.
Vinyl collectors find his original pressings from labels like Blue Note, Prestige, and Enja Records highly sought after, with some US mono pressings commanding premium prices. Dolphy's recorded legacy features both studio albums and live concerts, underlining his versatility and lasting influence in jazz history.
Discography
Eric Dolphy discography
Studio albums, live records, compilations and radio recordings. Each album groups all its editions.
At the Five Spot, Volume 2
Eric Dolphy
- Vinyl 3
- CD 4
- Cassette
Last Date
Eric Dolphy
- Vinyl 3
- CD 4
- Cassette 1
Here and There
Eric Dolphy
- Vinyl 2
- CD 2
- Cassette 1
Stockholm Sessions
Eric Dolphy
- Vinyl 2
- CD 4
- Cassette 1
Dash One
Eric Dolphy
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Other Aspects
Eric Dolphy
- Vinyl 1
- CD 1
- Cassette 1
Candid Dolphy
Eric Dolphy
- Vinyl 1
- CD 2
- Cassette
Eric Dolphy in Europe, Volume 1
Eric Dolphy
- Vinyl 3
- CD 4
- Cassette
Eric Dolphy in Europe, Volume 2
Eric Dolphy
- Vinyl 2
- CD 4
- Cassette 1
Eric Dolphy in Europe, Volume 3
Eric Dolphy
- Vinyl 2
- CD 4
- Cassette 1
Live in Germany
Eric Dolphy
- Vinyl 1
- CD 2
- Cassette 1
The Uppsala Concert
Eric Dolphy
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
The Illinois Concert
Eric Dolphy
- Vinyl
- CD 2
- Cassette
Left Alone
Eric Dolphy
- Vinyl 1
- CD 2
- Cassette
In Europe. The Complete 1961 Copenhagen Concerts
Eric Dolphy
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
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Signature songs
- 01
Hat and BeardOut To Lunch! · 1964 - 02GazzelloniOut To Lunch! · 1964
- 03Something Sweet, Something TenderOut To Lunch! · 1964
- 04Out to LunchOut To Lunch! · 1964
- 05Straight Up and DownOut To Lunch! · 1964
- 06Serene
- 07
Iron ManIron Man · 1968 - 08Out There
Essentials
3 Eric Dolphy albums you need to own
Our picks, approved by the editors.
#1 · 1964A landmark avant-garde jazz album released on Blue Note, featuring five tracks that highlight Dolphy's compositional and instrumental innovation.
5 tracksBlue Note labelMono pressingHighly sought-after original US pressing
#2 · 1977Live recording from Berlin showcasing Dolphy’s intense performance with a setlist of seven extended jazz pieces.
7 tracksEnja RecordsOriginal German pressing1977 release
#3 · 1968Studio album presenting five free jazz compositions, exemplifying Dolphy’s experimental edge during the late 1960s.
5 tracksDouglas labelStereo pressingRecorded 1968
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B-side
B-side: the hidden stories of Eric Dolphy
Studio secrets, tour stories and B-sides worth the whole album.
Berlin Concerts captures 1977 Berlin live session
The live album Berlin Concerts was recorded in 1977 in Berlin and issued by Enja Records, featuring seven tracks including 'Hot House' and 'God Bless The Child'. The original German pressing remains widely collected with prices around €11.60 to €51.05.
Out To Lunch! original US mono pressing markers
Out To Lunch! was released in 1964 on Blue Note with a US mono pressing catalogued BLP 4163. This pressing is rare with a want/have ratio exceeding 3 and sale prices reaching up to €288, underscoring its collectibility.
Iron Man's 1968 Douglas label stereo pressing
Iron Man was released in 1968 on the Douglas label in stereo format with catalog number SD 785. Collectors value this album highly with median prices around €36.25 and some pressing variants priced up to €77.33.
Eric Dolphy’s virtuosity spans alto saxophone, bass clarinet, and flute, shaping key avant-garde jazz developments in the early 1960s.— Jazz Historians
Dolphy's tenure with Charles Mingus Workshop
From 1959, Dolphy joined Charles Mingus’s Workshop, a pivotal period allowing him to experiment and develop free jazz ideas alongside Mingus’s double quartet ensemble.
Eric Dolphy vinyl discography
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Free JazzJazz/Blues
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Eric Dolphy CDs
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FAQ
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
What are Eric Dolphy's most collectible vinyl records?
Out To Lunch! (1964) in its original US mono pressing, Berlin Concerts (1977) from Enja Records, and Iron Man (1968) on Douglas label are among the most collectible vinyl records by Eric Dolphy.
Which labels released Eric Dolphy's vinyl albums?
His albums were released on prestigious jazz labels including Blue Note, Enja Records, Prestige, Douglas, and West Wind, covering mono and stereo formats across his discography.
What musical genres is Eric Dolphy associated with?
Eric Dolphy is mainly associated with avant-garde jazz, free jazz, hard bop, post bop, and modal jazz styles.
Where was Eric Dolphy born and when did he begin his career?
He was born in Los Angeles in 1928 and began his musical career in 1948, initially performing in bebop orchestras.
Are there original pressings of Eric Dolphy vinyl in France?
Original pressings of Eric Dolphy's vinyl are rare in France, with most original pressings located primarily in the US, Germany, and Japan markets.
How can I identify the original US mono pressing of Out To Lunch!?
The original US mono pressing of Out To Lunch! carries the catalog number BLP 4163 on Blue Note and has a high collector demand due to its rarity.
What instruments did Eric Dolphy play?
Eric Dolphy was a multi-instrumentalist known for alto saxophone, bass clarinet, and flute performances.
What are typical price ranges for Eric Dolphy vinyl records?
Prices vary widely; for instance, Out To Lunch! mono pressings can command from €76 to €288, while Berlin Concerts copies range around €11 to €51 depending on edition and condition.
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