I originally bought this album in 1954 and I was hooked - I still have the original plus copies - It is a must for any jazz lover, Still the best - Heven is in for a real; treat
This, along with Take Five (The Last Set At Newport) with Gerry Mulligan, make my all-time Top 10 favorite songs. Paul’s solo is outstanding, but Dave’s solo is so damn innovative. Who else could even think to play what he plays?
I love that when he goes up into the altissimo register, that he actually plays melodies; he doesn't just squeal. Paul is so cool, one time, he made ice put on a sweater! RIP
Beautifully quiet restrained treatment here...... until Paul Desmond's [alto sax] comes in, and thence comparative with Charlie Parker's version of HOW HIGH THE MOON with the Milt Jackson Quartet....