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John Harrison Trio: Roman Sun
The title tune “Roman Sun,” begins with Harrison’s solo piano in an almost ballad like approach. The addition of the bass and drums clearly enhance a Latin influenced sound and the bridge is quite reminiscent of the work of Chick Corea. The trio also renders sensitive readings of the ballads “You Won’t Forget Me,” and “Ballad of the Sad Young Men.” With “The Way You Look Tonight” and “Its You or No One,” the trio demonstrates an ability to swing as hard as anyone. The performance of “Willow Weep For Me” is a delight as it mutates from a loping two-beat feel in the opening performance of the head, to a more soulful sound similar to that of Gene Harris or Horace Silver. The recording closes with a masterful performance of the off-beat and perhaps tongue-in-cheek Thelonious Monk composition “Rhythm-A-Ning.”
Roman Sun would be a most welcome addition to anyone’s CD collection. The quality of the recording is excellent with a clean sound and good balance and separation of the instruments. The recording would be of great interest to the casual jazz listener for the uncluttered, straightforward, swinging sounds that are present. Roman Sun would also have great appeal to the jazz aficionado who appreciates high levels of musicianship and great jazz playing.
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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