High in the Sky

by Hampton Hawes Trio, Hampton Hawes

Overview

Originally put out on a Vault LP, then reissued as half of Jaz's two-fer The Two Sides of Hampton Hawes and finally reissued on CD by Fresh Sound, this little-known trio set matches pianist Hawes with two of his old friends, bassist Leroy Vinnegar and drummer Donald Bailey. Hawes, whose style had evolved from the 1950s, plays five of his originals (including the nearly 11-minute title cut) and "The Look of Love." He was at the time a post-bop pianist with an open mind toward pop music and the more adventurous side of jazz. Unfortunately, this CD is a bit brief at a little over 36 minutes, but it does give listeners a good example of Hampton Hawes' playing during the important transitional period. ~ Scott Yanow

Product Details

Release Date:	06/21/2024
Label:	Imports
UPC:	8054757320203
Rank:	138190

Tracks

1. Look of Love
2. Evening Trane
3. Muffin Man
4. High in the Sky
5. Carmel
6. Spanish Girl

Album Credits

Performance Credits

Hampton Hawes   Primary Artist,Keyboards,Piano
Hampton Hawes Trio   Primary Artist
Donald Bailey   Drums
Leroy Vinnegar   Bass

Technical Credits

Ray Avery   Photography
Hampton Hawes   Liner Notes