Manhattan After Hours

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Pianist Cedar Walton and tenor saxophonist Dale Barlow have played together on numerous occasions since the late 1980s. Both are masters of modern straight ahead jazz, influenced by the innovations of the bebop generation while finding their own voice in jazz's mainstream. On this previously unreleased session from 2000 they are joined by bassist David Williams and drummer Billy Higgins who sadly passed away just one year later.

Seventy-two year old Cedar Walton first became an important part of the New York jazz scene in 1958, working with Kenny Dorham, J.J. Johnson and the Jazztet. During 1961-64 he was a key member of Art Blakey's Jazz Messengers in a classic edition of the group along with Freddie Hubbard, Wayne Shorter and Curtis Fuller. Since then he has mostly been a leader, often fronting a trio.

The Australian saxophonist Dale Barlow moved to the States in 1982 and he performed with an array of veteran all-stars including Dizzy Gillespie, Chet Baker, Curtis Fuller, Gil Evans, Jackie McLean, Benny Golson, Lee Konitz and Helen Merrill. In 1989-90 he was a member of the last version of Art Blakey's Jazz Messengers.

Personnel:
Cedar Walton - (piano), Dale Barlow - (tenor saxophone), Dave Williams - (bass), Billy Higgins - (drums)







REVIEW
(4 stars) A straightahead session with an elegant feel to it.they concentrate on good standards.classy playing. -- Jazzwise, (Jack Massarik), July 2008

(Album of the Week) A magical slice of classic small-hours jazz.these seasoned players spin aural gold. -- The Independent, (Tim Cumming), April 12, 2008

Demonstrates the expertise off all concerned.Manhattan After Hours evokes the late-night spirit of its title. -- BBC Music Magazine, (Neil McKim), May 2008

Number of Discs: 1

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