The Congregation (Johnny Griffin album)

The Congregation is an album by American tenor saxophonist Johnny Griffin recorded on October 23, 1957 and released on Blue Note the following year—his final recording for the label.

Artwork
The cover art was designed Reid Miles and illustrated by Andy Warhol.

Reception
The AllMusic review by Scott Yanow states, "The great tenor saxophonist Johnny Griffin is heard in top form on this near-classic quartet set... It's recommended for bop collectors."

Musicians

 * Johnny Griffin – tenor saxophone
 * Sonny Clark – piano
 * Paul Chambers – bass
 * Kenny Dennis – drums

Original

 * Alfred Lion – producer
 * Rudy Van Gelder – recording engineer
 * Reid Miles – design
 * Andy Warhol – cover illustration
 * Francis Wolff – photography
 * Robert Levin – liner notes

Reissue

 * Michael Cuscuna – reissue producer
 * Larry Walsh – mastering
 * Patrick Roques – redesign