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St. Thomas: Tribute to Great Tenors

John Hicks · 1991

64 min · 8 tracks · jazz

A vibrant homage where jazz standards meet rich improvisation and heartfelt expression.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady melodic exploration throughout
  • suitable for reflective afternoons
  • heartfelt improvisation and expression
  • rich textures for attentive listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced music
  • seek short standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1991, John Hicks had established himself as a prominent jazz pianist with several albums to his name. 'St. Thomas: Tribute to Great Tenors' is significant as it showcases his deep appreciation for the legacy of jazz tenors while demonstrating his own evolving style in arranging classic tunes.
Stylistic neighbors
McCoy Tyner· Chick Corea· Ahmad Jamal

Tracklist

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

  • 1 St. Thomas 6:36
  • 2 Softly as in a Morning Sunrise 9:43
  • 3 The Shadow of Your Smile 7:16
  • 4 Fee-Fi-Fo-Fum 8:43
  • 5 Dear Old Stockholm 8:36
  • 6 A Child Is Born 7:40
  • 7 Impressions 7:48
  • 8 My One and Only Love 8:13

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