Clifford Jordan – On Stage, Vol. 3 (SCCD 31104)

SCCD 31104 On Stage Vol. 3 / Clifford Jordan Quartet

This is the last of the “Live” series of Clifford Jordan and the Magic Triangle (The Cedar Walton Trio) concert at the BIM House in Amsterdam, Holland.

The quartet was a frequent visitor to the European jazz scene during the early 70s and impressed critics and the public alike with its brilliantly inventive ensemble performance.

1. Seven minds (Sam Jones)
2. Shoulders (Cedar Walton)
3. St. Thomas (Traditional)
4. Bleecker Street theme (Cedar Walton)

UPC/EAN: 716043110421

Tete Montoliu – Words Of Love (SCCD 31084)

SCCD 31084 Words Of Love / Tete Montoliu

Blind Catalan pianist Tete Montoliu (b. March 28, 1933 in Barcelona) has long been a well-kept European secret but such situation changed for good in the mid 70s. Through the series of highly acclaimed recordings he has done for SteepleChase, this phenomenal talent on piano began to receive international recognition.

“… His playing is a revelation, packed with nuggets of melodic invention and executed with an astonishing technique, drive and harmonic understanding ..” (Jazz Journal)

“.. one can only rejoice that such a talent can still be discovered and widely admired …” (Melody Maker)

1. Complication (Tete Montoliu)
2. Words of love (Tete Montoliu)
3. Iru Damachu (Tete Montoliu)
4. Pietsie (Tete Montoliu)
5. You know (Tete Montoliu)
6. I didn't know that (Tete Montoliu)
7. Ballad for Carmen (Tete Montoliu)
8. Point and counterpoint (Tete Montoliu)
9. Afschied (Robert Long)
10. Willow weep for me (Ann Ronell)
11. You don't know what love is (DePaul/Raye)
12. Airegin (Sonny Rollins)

UPC/EAN: 716043108428

Horace Parlan – Frank-ly Speaking (SCCD 31076)

SCCD 31076 Frank-ly Speaking / Horace Parlan Quintet

Pianist Horace Parlan flew to New York (he has been a resident of Denmark since 1972) to record this his third album for SteepleChase. The band which Horace put together with his favourite musicians had played the night before the recording at Rigmor’s Storyville Club in Manhattan.

Horace’s “home coming” session turned out to be “.. .an upbeat, positive and exuberant occasion ..” (Jazz Journal).

And Mike Hennessey of Jazz Journal wrote, “… Parlan has never sounded better and both saxophonists acquit themselves well … Highly recommended .”

1. Frank-ly speaking (Horace Parlan)
2. Quietude (Thad Jones)
3. Hit it (Lisle Atkinson)
4. Mirror lake (Idrees Sulieman)
5. Chocolate Cadillac (Idrees Sulieman)
6. Misty Thursday (Duke Jordan)
7. U.A.I. (Idrees Sulieman)
8. Veronica's walk (Tony Inzalaco)

UPC/EAN: 716043107629

Onaje Allan Gumbs – Onaja (SCCD 31069)

SCCD 31069 Onaje / Onaje Allan Gumbs

This is Onaje Allan Gumbs’ first recording under his own name. Born in New York in 1950, Onaje studied music education and piano at Fredonia State University. Has played with Betty Carter, Kenny Burrell, Norman Connors, Freddie Waits, Dakota Station Clifford Jordan to mention a few and is best known as composer/pianist of Nat Adderley Sextet.

1. Waiting … in love (Onaje Allan Gumbs)
2. Street life (Onaje Allan Gumbs)
3. Timeless (Onaje Allan Gumbs)
4. It sho' do feel good, did ya here me? (Onaje Allan Gumbs)
5. Giant steps (John Coltrane)
6. Eye of a shadow (Onaje Allan Gumbs)
7. Mouse trap (Onaje Allan Gumbs)
8. Con alma (Dizzy Gillespie)
9. A penny for your thoughts (Onaje Allan Gumbs)

UPC/EAN: 716043106929

Niels-Henning Ørsted Pedersen, Kenneth Knudsen – Pictures (SCCD 31068)

SCCD 31068 Pictures / Niels-Henning Ørsted Pedersen & Kenneth Knudsen

“ This is a relaxed, reflective album of musical sketches by a most compatible duo. Knudsen is a Danish pianist for whom Pedersen has a great deal of respect….Altogether a most agreeable set by two fine musical craftsmen .” (Jazz Journal International)

1. Skagen (Kenneth Knudsen)
2. School song (Niels-Henning Ørsted Pedersen)
3. It's all there (Kenneth Knudsen)
4. Signal (Kenneth Knudsen)
5. Afternoon's sentiment (Niels-Henning Ørsted Pedersen)
6. Daughters (Kenneth Knudsen)

UPC/EAN: 716043106820

Frank Strozier – Remember Me (SCCD 31066)

SCCD 31066 Remember Me / Frank Strozier Sextet

“ It’s almost criminal that a musician and composer as accomplished as Strozier would have to wait fifteen years before getting another chance to record as a leader …” (Cadence)

Indeed, Frank Strozier (b. June 13, 1937 in Memphis, Tennessee) had quite a career record playing with Miles Davis, McCoy Tyner, Johnny Griffin, Roy Haynes, Oliver Nelson a.o. in the 60s.

“ Strozier’s return is certainly welcome: his is quite a personal voice, and “ Remember Me ” is one of the freshest hard bop sessions in some time .” (Melody Maker)

“ … this cat can play !” (Down Beat)

1. Remember Me (Frank Strozier)
2. Kram Samba (Frank Strozier)
3. Neicy (Frank Strozier)
4. Side Street (Frank Strozier)
5. For Our Elders (Frank Strozier)
6. Get Out Of Town (Cole Porter)
7. Hit It (Lisle Atkinson)

UPC/EAN: 716043106622

Claude Williams – The Fiddler (SCCD 31051)

SCCD 31051 Call For The Fiddler / Claude Williams Quintet

Claude “Fiddler” Williams (born February 22, 1908 in Oklahoma) made this recording during his tour in Europe 18 years ago. The great veteran of jazz violin is known for his strong style.

“ … a fiddler who practically raises the roof, who stomps and riffs …his music has heat and swing and boldness …” “… soul-stirring jazz …” (Melody Maker)

1. How high the moon (Lewis)
2. Moten swing (Bennie Moten)
3. Get happy (Harry Arlen/Ted Koehler)
4. All the things you are (Jerome Kern)
5. There'll never be another you (Harry Warren)
6. Things ain't what they used to be (Duke Ellington)
7. Honeysuckle rose (Fats Waller)
8. There's no greater love (Symes-Jones)
9. Tenderly (Hoagy Carmichael)
10. Billie's bounce (Charlie Parker)
11. Lester leaps in (Lester Young)

UPC/EAN: 716043105120

Duke Jordan – Duke’s Delight (SCCD 31046)

SCCD 31046 Duke's Delight / Duke Jordan Quartet

Duke Jordan’s long association with SteepleChase started with Jordan’s visit to Copenhagen in 1973.

This session with the very best sidemen New York could offer features Jordan’s own compositions – except for the solo piano rendition of Duke Ellington’s classic In My Solitude .

Accompanied by the veteran bassist Sam Jones and the great drummer Al Foster (who joined Miles Davis shortly after this session) the trio provides solid ground for solos by trumpeter Richard Williams, saxman Charlie Rouse and the leader himself.

“… Jordan’s restraint and taste shape a music that is haunting in its lyrical qualities while being attractive in its precision…. Duke’s Delight is our delight .” (Unique Magazine)

1. Truth (Duke Jordan)
2. In my solitude (Duke Ellington)
3. Sultry eve (Duke Jordan)
4. Undecided lady (Duke Jordan)
5. Tall grass (Duke Jordan)
6. Duke's delight (Duke Jordan)
7. Undecided lady (Duke Jordan)
8. Duke's delight (Duke Jordan)

UPC/EAN: 716043104628

Andrew Hill – Divine Revelation (SCCD 31044)

SCCD 31044 Divine Revelation / Andrew Hill Quartet

Legendary pianist Andrew Hill’s second album for SteepleChase.

“… Divine Revelation certainly earns its title, for it reveals to any newcomer to his music Hill at his most inspired, and most enigmatic ….” (Simon Adams, Jazz Journal International , March 1995)

1. Snake hip waltz (Andrew Hill)
2. Here's that rainy day (Jimmy Van Heusen)
3. East 9th Street (Andrew Hill)
4. July 10th (Andrew Hill)
5. Divine revelation (Andrew Hill)
6. July 10th (Andrew Hill)

UPC/EAN: 716043104420