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The John Harrison Trio: Roman Sun
ByThe recipe calls for straightahead Jazz that is pleasing to the ear and cooks vigorously when necessary, as on "It's You or No One" or "The Way You Look Tonight." Those treasured standards are complemented by one other, Ann Ronell's ballad "Willow Weep for Me," Harrison's "Roman Sun," Thelonious Monk's "Rhythma--Ning" and the lesserknown but altogether charming "Saga of Harrison Crabfeathers," "Watching the Years Go By," "Ballad of the Sad Young Men," "Velas" and "You Won't Forget Me."
There are no liner notes to indicate whether these three gentlemen play together on a regular basis but I'd suspect that they do, as the rapport among them is exceptional, especially at faster tempos where one slip can be calamitous. This is Harrison's second trio album and a good one it is, easily recommended to those who appreciate the earnest collaborative efforts of three perceptive and talented musicians.
Track Listing
It's You or No One, Saga of Harrison Crabfeathers, Watching the Years Go By, Roman Sun, Ballad of the Sad Young Men, The Way You Look Tonight, Velas, Willow Weep for Me, You Won't Forget Me, Rhythm-A-Ning
Personnel
John Harrison III: piano
Album information
Title: Roman Sun | Year Released: 2002 | Record Label: Whaling City Sound
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