Ahmad Jamal - The Essence Vol. 1 - LP

2LP

Originally released in 1995, 'The Essence Vol. 1' is widely regarded as one of legendary pianist Ahmad Jamal's finest albums of the decade. Backed by a rhythm section he knew intimately—James Cammack and Jamil Nasser on bass, Idris Muhammad on drums, and Manolo Badrena on percussion—and joined by tenor saxophonist George Coleman, Jamal delivers the percussive touch, finesse, and instantly identifiable sound that made him an unavoidable figure in jazz piano. This edition spans two LPs.

Features

• Number of Discs: 2

Track Listing

1. Oui Bien Sur Flight
2. Toulouse
3. The Essence
4. Lover Man (Jimmy Davis, Ram Ramirez, James Sherman)
5. Catalina
6. Autumn Leaves (Joseph Kosma, Johnny Mercer, Jacques Prévert)
7. Street of Dreams (Sam M. Lewis, Victor Young)
8. Bahia (Ary Barroso)