David Hazeltine Trio - Alice In Wonderland (Japanese edition)
Rarity - Sealed
David Hazeltine, piano
George Mraz, bass
Billy Drummond, drums
1 LP, standard sleeve
Limited Edition
Original Master tape : YES
Heavy Press : 180g
Record color : black
Speed : 33RPM
Size : 12”
Stereo
Studio
Record Press : Japanese pressing
Label : Venus
Original Label : Venus
Recorded at Avatar Studios on July 21 and 22 , 2003
Engineered by James Farber
Produced by Tetsuo Hara, Todd Barkan
Remastered by Shuji Kitamura, Tetsuo Hara
Originally released in 2004
Reissued in 2021
Tracks :
Side A:
- How Deep Is The Ocean
- Beautiful Love
- When You Wish Upon A Star
Side B:
- Sweet & Lovely
- Autumn Leaves
- Alice In Wonderland
Reviews :
"David Hazeltine evidently salutes pianist Bill Evans on this Venus CD, as eight of the nine songs were recorded by Evans for Riverside and the late pianist's influence is definitely a part of Hazeltine's style (though the Japanese liner notes make it difficult to confirm for sure). Accompanied by two sympathetic musicians, bassist George Mraz and drummer Billy Drummond, Hazeltine's interpretations of standards like "Beautiful Love," "Alice in Wonderland" and "When You Wish Upon a Star" are lyrical and to the point. The lively setting of "How Deep Is the Ocean" and loping treatment of "Tenderly" also merit praise. Hazeltine's sole composition is "For Bill," a fluid piece that is also reminiscent of Bill Evans' approach to the piano and writing. Beautifully recorded, the only problem with this CD is Jan Saudek's tasteless cover photo." AllMusic Review by Ken Dryden
Ratings :
AllMusic 4.5/5