Eric Alexander Quartet – Gentle Ballads V (2011) [SACD / Venus Records – VHGD-21]

Title: Eric Alexander Quartet – Gentle Ballads V (2011)
Genre: Jazz
Format: SACD ISO + Hi-Res FLAC

The fifth installment of tenor saxophonist Eric Alexander’s “Gentle Ballads” series doesn’t disappoint. His unwavering, strong tone and unsentimental approach, combined with a certain peacefulness and strong spirituality of his playing, produce stunning results. For the first time in this series, master pianist George Cables joins the band and makes valuable contributions.

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Tracklist:

01. The Thrill Is Gone 5:04
02. Tenderly 6:17
03. Mo One And Only Love 7:28
04. From This Moment On 5:12
05. The Shadow Of Your Smile 6:51
06. Nature Boy 5:23
07. Body And Soul 6:03
08. Violets For Your Furs 6:22
09. Dear Old Stockholm 5:44
10. The Summer Knows 6:16

Personnel:

Eric Alexander – tenor saxophone
George Cables – piano
Nat Reeves – bass
Joe Farnsworth – drums

Note:

Produced by Tetsuo Hara

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