John Coltrane Quartet - Dear Lord Online

Though recorded in 1965, "Dear Lord" was first released on the 1970 album Transition . It has since appeared on several compilations, including The Gentle Side of John Coltrane and the Classic Quartet – Complete Impulse! Studio Recordings .

: Piano (providing sparkling, idealist accompaniment) Jimmy Garrison : Double Bass John Coltrane Quartet - Dear Lord

: Drums (substituting for long-time drummer Elvin Jones ) Release and Legacy Though recorded in 1965, "Dear Lord" was first

: Critics describe the track as having a "healing quality" and "transcending the art of jazz poetry" to speak directly of worship and gratitude. Though recorded in 1965