One of Charles Mingus’ defining Impulse! albums, 1964’s Mingus Mingus Mingus Mingus Mingus finds the bassist and composer reworking highlights from his formidable songbook with a series of brass-heavy ensembles. Familiar pieces appear in fresh forms, including Goodbye Pork Pie Hat, retitled Theme for Lester Young, alongside Better Get Hit in Yo’ Soul. Full of muscular arrangements and spirited ensemble playing, the album captures Mingus at his commanding best and remains an essential part of his catalogue.