Oliver Nelson – The Blues And The Abstract Truth (1961/2011) [SACD / Impulse! – UCGU-9028]

Title: Oliver Nelson – The Blues And The Abstract Truth (1961) [Japanese Limited SHM-SACD 2011]
Genre: Jazz
Format: SACD ISO + Hi-Res FLAC

Oliver Nelson, primarily a big band arranger, shines as a saxophonist and small-ensemble leader in Blues and the Abstract Truth. The album defines an era with the iconic “Stolen Moments,” featuring a timeless three-part horn harmony led by Freddie Hubbard. Nelson assembles a stellar sextet with Hubbard, Eric Dolphy, Bill Evans, Paul Chambers, and Roy Haynes. Nelson and Dolphy, on alto (Nelson doubling on tenor), create a perfect, dynamic partnership. The rhythm section of Evans, Chambers, and Haynes is impeccable. “Yearnin’” delivers a stylish, bluesy vibe, highlighting Evans’ emotive playing. “Teenie’s Blues” showcases Dolphy’s distinctive, angular alto sax alongside Nelson. “Hoedown” stands out with its unique country flavor and call-and-response horns. Hard bop tracks “Cascades” and “Butch & Butch” capture the early ’60s jazz spirit and Hubbard’s mastery. A must-have for jazz fans, this album is a timeless classic.

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Tracklist:

01. Stolen Moments
02. Hoe-Down
03. Cascades
04. Yearnin’
05. Butch And Butch
06. Teenie’s Blues

Personnel:

Oliver Nelson – alto saxophone, tenor saxophone
Eric Dolphy – flute, alto saxophone
George Barrow – baritone saxophone
Freddie Hubbard – trumpet
Bill Evans – piano
Paul Chambers – bass
Roy Haynes – drums

Note:

Produced by Creed Taylor. Engineered by Rudy Van Gelder
Recorded on February 23, 1961 at Van Gelder Studio, Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey
SHM-SACD Released in Japan as # UCGU-9028 on September 28, 2011.

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