Alone

by Jimmy Ponder

Overview

This set of unaccompanied guitar solos is quite enjoyable and generally laid-back. Jimmy Ponder had recorded in many settings through the years, but never solo. He emphasizes chords, does not utilize basslines much, and keeps the melodies of the songs nearby. His interpretations are concise and usually at relaxed tempos. The music on Alone can work quite well as backgrounds, but a close listen will reveal subtle and quiet creativity. A special surprise is Ponder's effective vocal (his first on record in 15 years) during "Our Day Will Come." Recommended. ~ Scott Yanow

Product Details

Release Date:	01/21/2003
Label:	HIGHNOTE
UPC:	0632375706920

Tracks

1. Isn't She Lovely
2. The Late, Late Show
3. The Big Hurt
4. Midnight Mood
5. Lullaby of Birdland
6. Dreamsville
7. Stompin' at the Savoy
8. Windows of the World
9. J.P.
10. Our Day Will Come
11. Theme from The Valley of the Dolls

Album Credits

Performance Credits

Jimmy Ponder   Primary Artist,Guitar

Technical Credits

Mort Garson   Composer
Keiji Obata   Design
Adam Perlmutter   Liner Notes
Cecil Brooks III   Composer,Producer
Murray Berlin   Composer
Andre Previn   Composer
Bob Hilliard   Composer
Jimmy Ponder   Composer
Chick Webb   Composer
Joe Fields   Executive Producer
Benny Goodman   Composer
Ray Evans   Composer
Roy Alfred   Composer
Jay Livingston   Composer
Hal David   Composer
Henry Mancini   Composer
George David Weiss   Composer
Wayne Shanklin   Composer
Edgar Sampson   Composer
Joe Zawinul   Composer
Ben Raleigh   Composer
George Shearing   Composer
Burt Bacharach   Composer
Stevie Wonder   Composer