The New Black Eagle Jazz Band At Symphony Hall: Tenth Anniversary Concert
Graphic art, photography, and commercial packaging; 12-inch vinyl LP record jacket • The New Black Eagle Jazz Band (musicians); Philo Records (publisher/label)
Style & Movement
Contemporary documentary photography and retro-revivalist typography common in early 1980s independent jazz labels
Medium & Technique
Offset lithographic printing on cardstock; color photography with serif typography
Creation Period
circa 1981 (recorded November 21, 1981)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 12.375 x 12.375 inches; square format
Subject Description
A wide-angle photograph capturing a live jazz performance from the rear of the stage at Symphony Hall, Boston. The band is in the foreground with instruments (piano, bass, drums, brass) while the ornate historical architecture of the hall and a large audience fill the upper composition.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Fair to Good; shows visible shelf wear, ring wear across the top, and significant corner softening/scuffing along the edges
Estimated Market Value
US $5.00 - $15.00
Auction Estimate
US $10.00 - $20.00 (as part of a bulk lot)
Provenance History
Mass-produced commercial recording; likely originally sold in retail music stores or at venues. Current location indicates secondary thrift or antique market.
Art Historical Significance
Represents the documentation of the Traditional Jazz revival movement in New England; signifies the band's milestone 10th anniversary at one of America's prestigious classical venues.
Notable Features
Features the Philo 1086 catalog number and The Black Eagles logo in the bottom right corner; Typography uses a classic serif font in contrasting red and white.
Condition Issues
Visible edge wear, significant scuffing at the top border, potential ring wear (circular impression from the vinyl disc), and corner blunting.
Conservation Recommendations
Store in a polyethylene outer sleeve to prevent further scuffing; keep in a vertical position in a climate-controlled environment (50-70°F) with low humidity.
Collector Notes
Vinyl LP