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Contents: [Jazz Department Store: Piano Edition] [SHM-CD] [New Mini Commentary] [First SHM-CD Release] This is a valuable trio album from the long Capitol Records era of pianist George Shearing, who gained popularity with his noble, cool sound honed in Britain. From the smartly swinging "What is Love?" to the elegant "What's New," every track is intelligent and deeply flavorful. The presence of Israel Crosby, who passed away six months after the recording, also shines through.
George Shearing (p), Israel Crosby (b), Vernell Fournier (ds) Recorded in New York on June 20th (M-4,9,11) and 21st (M-1~3,8,10,12), 1962 (Capitol) Media Reviews, etc. A valuable trio album from the long Capitol era of pianist George Shearing, who gained popularity with his noble, cool sound honed in Britain. Every track is intelligent and deeply flavorful, from the smartly swinging "What is Love?" to the elegant "What's New." The presence of Israel Crosby, who passed away six months after the recording, also shines through. (C)RS
