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Great Music, Too Little

Scott K. Fish | USA | 04/29/2005

(4 out of 5 stars)

"I own this on vinyl. It's a wonderful album: the musician's shine, the recording's fine. I was hoping the CD version would include added tracks from this group. Finally, Tony Williams's drum solo on "Moose the Mooche" is a true classic. One of Tony's best recorded performance and one of the best recorded drum solos...period!



Scott K Fish"

Jazz at its Best!

Gertrude | New York USA | 03/05/2005

(5 out of 5 stars)

"The Great Jazz Trio was never better than when they played the Village Vanguard in 1977. Hank Jones on piano, Ron carter on bass and Tony Williams on drums are all at the top of their games here. The music is dynamic and exciting, and always tasteful. Tony Williams playing on Moose the Mooche is incredible.



I purchased this performance on lp in the 70's it has ranked as my favorite works of the Great Jazz Trio. Hank Jones has led this group with other bass players and other drummers, including his brother Elvin in 2002 and 2003. But for my money this lineup and in particular this CD, is the best of the bunch. And by the way, they are all great."