"Mingus Ah Um" is a jazz album by bassist and composer Charles Mingus, released in 1959. It features a blend of hard bop and avant-garde styles, showcasing Mingus's innovative approach to composition and arrangement. The album includes notable tracks like "Better Get It in Your Soul" and "Goodbye Pork Pie Hat," which highlight Mingus's ability to fuse complex rhythms with emotional depth. The album is celebrated for its rich instrumentation, featuring a talented ensemble that includes musicians such as Eric Dolphy on alto saxophone and Horace Parlan on piano. "Mingus Ah Um" is considered a landmark in jazz history, reflecting the cultural and social themes of its time.