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I Love a Piano

Phineas Newborn Jr. · 1960

35 min · 10 tracks · jazz

A vibrant showcase of jazz piano mastery, blending technical brilliance with soulful interpretations of classic standards.

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1960, Phineas Newborn Jr. had already established himself as a formidable jazz pianist, and 'I Love a Piano' was his third album. Released after his critically acclaimed work 'The Great Jazz Pianist,' this album continued to highlight his virtuosic technique and unique stylistic approach to jazz standards.
Stylistic neighbors
Sun Ra· Charles Mingus· Oliver Nelson

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady melodic flow throughout
  • for afternoon relaxation
  • soulful interpretations of classics
  • engaging piano mastery display

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of fast-paced tracks
  • prefer vocal-driven music

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Take the "A" Train 2:44
  • 2 Gee Baby Ain't I Good to You 3:07
  • 3 Ain't Misbehavin' 3:57
  • 4 I've Got the World on a String 3:29
  • 5 The Midnight Sun Never Sets 4:06
  • 6 Real Gone Guy 2:14
  • 7 Undecided 3:42
  • 8 Ivy League Blues 3:49
  • 9 Love and Marriage 4:04
  • 10 Give Me the Simple Life 4:12

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata