2-3-4 was an atypical LP even for someone as given to experimentation as drummer Shelly Manne (1920-1984). As its title clearly indicates, this 1962 album consists of duets, trios and quartets. Duets with drums as one of the two instruments are very unusual, especially for this time period. This was also Shelly Manne’s last recording with the great Coleman Hawkins. Also featuring Hank Jones and Eddie Costa.
