Tracks:
Bud Powell
Celia
Un Poco Loco
The Fruit
Strictly Confidential
Dance of the Infidels
Wail
Oblivion
So Sorry Please
Hallucinations
Glass Enclosure
I'll Keeping Loving You
Parisian Thoroughfare
In The Mood For A Classic
Bouncing With Bud
Bud's Bubble
Dusk in Sandi
Tempus Fugit
In Walked Bud
Performer Notes:
- Solo performer: Andy LaVerne (piano).
- Personnel: Andy LaVerne (piano, keyboards).
- Liner Note Author: Mark Gardner .
- Recording information: Steeplechase Digital Studio (02/08/1963).
- Photographer: Nils Winther.
- This brilliant solo CD features pianist Andy LaVerne covering 17 of Bud Powell's memorable compositions, including famous works and obscure tunes. LaVerne's approach to Powell's music is different from other pianists because he emphasizes the lyrical qualities of pieces like "Celia" and "Oblivion" rather than just showing off his incredible technique. He also can be humorous, especially during Powell's "So Sorry Please." LaVerne is also up to the challenge of Powell's most difficult pieces: check out the splendid reharmonization of "Parisian Thoroughfare," the roller coaster "Tempus Fugit," and a spellbinding take of "Un Poco Loco." Another nice touch is the use of Chick Corea's "Bud Powell" and Monk's "In Walked Bud" to respectively open and close the CD. Highly recommended. ~ Ken Dryden
Producer: Nils Winther
Format: CD (1 Disc); Stereo
Country: Denmark
Studio/Live: Studio
Release Date: 1 August, 1994
Label: Stateside Distributors
Dimensions: 12.5 x 14.2 x 1 centimeters (0.11 kg)