Review:Altoist
Art Pepper recorded many albums for the
Galaxy label during 1979-82, all of which have been reissued in a massive
16-CD "complete" box set. This single CD is pretty definitive and serves
as a perfect introduction to
Pepper's second (and most rewarding)
period. Not only is there a superior version of
Pepper's famous title cut but very
emotional (and explorative) renditions of "September Song" and "Nature
Boy." Filling out this quartet set (which also features pianist
Tommy Flanagan, bassist
Red Mitchell and drummer
Billy Higgins) are "Surf Ride," "Make a
List" and "Long Ago and Far Away." Brilliant music. -- Scott Yanow, All
Music Guide
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