What makes At Maybeck - Maybeck Recital Hall Series Volume Thirty by Ralph Sutton notable?

This album is significant not only for its showcase of Sutton's virtuosic piano skills but also for its place in the Maybeck Recital Hall Series, which has been influential in preserving and promoting live jazz recordings. The series has garnered critical acclaim, and Sutton's installment contributes to the legacy of this celebrated collection. At the time of this album's release in 1993, Ralph Sutton was an established figure in the jazz scene, known for his stride piano technique. This album is part of the Maybeck Recital Hall Series, which highlights intimate solo performances by prominent jazz musicians, further cementing Sutton's reputation as a master interpreter of the jazz repertoire.

How many songs are on At Maybeck - Maybeck Recital Hall Series Volume Thirty?

At Maybeck - Maybeck Recital Hall Series Volume Thirty has 12 tracks, running approximately 61 minutes.

At Maybeck - Maybeck Recital Hall Series Volume Thirty

Ralph Sutton · 1993

61 min · 12 tracks · jazz

A vibrant live jazz performance that blends classic standards with spontaneous improvisation, showcasing the depth of a seasoned pianist.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Ain't Misbehavin' — Sutton's interpretation of this classic showcases his ability to blend playful rhythms with heartfelt expression, making it a highlight of his performance.
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St. Louis Blues — This track allows Sutton to explore blues elements while demonstrating his technical prowess and deep emotional connection to the music.
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Honeysuckle Rose — The lively tempo and intricate phrasing in Sutton's rendition bring a fresh energy to this well-known standard, highlighting his improvisational skills.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

Ain't Misbehavin'

Sutton shifts from playful melodies to deeper, resonant chords encapsulates the song’s essence of longing and joy.

This transition emphasizes the emotional depth within a seemingly lighthearted tune, showcasing Sutton's skill at finding layers beneath familiar melodies.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Honeysuckle Rose 5:34
2 In a Mist 4:59
3 Clothes Line Ballet 5:15
4 In the Dark 3:37
5 Ain't Misbehavin' 5:58
6 Echo of Spring 6:10
7 Dinah 4:36
8 Love Lies 4:38
9 Russian Lullaby 4:47
10 St. Louis Blues 6:23
11 The Viper's Drag 4:56
12 After You've Gone 4:27

What to play next

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