Phil Woods - Rights Of Swing (Pure Pleasure)
Phil Woods - alto saxophone [click here to see more vinyl featuring Phil Woods]
Composed and arranged by Phil Woods
1 LP, standard sleeve
Original analog Master tape : YES
Heavy Press : 180g
Record color : black
Speed : 33 RPM
Size : 12'’
Stereo
Studio
Record Press : Pallas
Label : Pure Pleasure Records
Original Label : Candid
Recorded at Nola Penthouse Sound Studios, New York City, January 26 and February 10, 1961 by Bob d’Orleans
Tracks :
Side A :
1. Prelude And Part I
2. Part II (Ballad)
3. Part III (Waltz)
Side B :
1. Part IV (Scherzo)
2. Part V (Presto)
Reviews :
« This Candid recording is such a major success that it is surprising that altoist Phil Woods has rarely recorded in this context. The all-star octet not only features the altoist/leader but trumpeter Benny Bailey, trombonist Curtis Fuller, baritone saxophonist Sahib Shihab, the innovative French horn player Julius Watkins (a major factor in this music), pianist Tommy Flanagan, bassist Buddy Catlett, and drummer Osie Johnson. This set (reissued by Black Lion on CD) consists entirely of Woods' five-part "Rights of Swing" suite, which clocks in around 38 minutes. The colorful arrangements use the distinctive horns in inventive fashion and the music (which leaves room for many concise solos) holds one's interest throughout. One of Phil Woods' finest recordings, it's a true gem. » AllMusic Review by Scott Yanow
Ratings :
AllMusic : 5 / 5 , Discogs : 4.86 / 5