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Contents: [Jazz Department Store PIANO Edition] [SHM-CD] [New Mini Commentary] [First CD Release in Japan] [First SHM-CD Release] The debut leader album by the virtuoso Hank Jones. Includes solo sessions from 1947 and performances from 1953 with a trio including guitar and bass. From this time on, he displays his characteristic soft touch and soulful playing. The mellow atmosphere of "Sings Are So Pretty in the Spring" is wonderful. Seven takes have been added to the original album.
Hank Jones (p) Johnny Smith (g) M-1~4, 11~17 Ray Brown (b) M-1~4, 11~17 Recorded in New York, September-October 1947 and September 4, 1953 (Verve) Media Reviews etc. The debut leader album by the virtuoso Hank Jones. This album features recordings from a 1947 solo session and a 1953 performance with a trio including guitar and bass. Even at this early stage, he displays his characteristic soft touch and soulful playing. The mellow atmosphere of "Things Are So Pretty in the Spring" is particularly nice. Seven additional takes have been added to the original album. (C)RS
