Gitane (album)

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Gitane is an album of duets on material associated with Django Reinhardt by bassist Charlie Haden and guitarist Christian Escoude recorded in 1978 and originally released on the All Life label.

Reception

The Allmusic review by Brian Olewnick awarded the album 3 stars stating "A warm, unhurried session, one that Haden fans will enjoy for both his prominence and creativity as well as for Escoude's carefully considered contributions".

Professional ratings

Review scores
Source	Rating
Allmusic

Track listing

All compositions by Django Reinhardt except as indicated

1. "Django" (John Lewis) - 8:56
2. "Bolero" - 4:25
3. "Manoir de Mes Reves" - 5:57
4. "Gitane" (Charlie Haden) - 3:15
5. "Nuages" - 9:00
6. "Dinette" - 6:07
7. "Improvisation" (Christian Escoude) - 2:55

• Recorded at Studio des Champs Elysées in Paris, France on September 22, 1978

Personnel

• Charlie Haden — bass
• Christian Escoude — guitar