ART FARMER - Ph.D (1989) FLAC (tracks+.cue), lossless

Flugelhornist Art Farmer recorded quite a few records with tenor-saxophonist Clifford Jordan during the late '80s/early '90s. This sextet outing (which also includes guitarist Kenny Burrell, pianist James Williams, bassist Rufus Reid and drummer Marvin "Smitty" Smith) was one of their better efforts. With the exception of "Like Someone in Love," all of the material is obscure. James Williams contributes three tunes that alternate with songs by Donald Brown, Thad Jones, Kenny Drew and Clifford Jordan. The advanced hard bop music has enough unpredictable moments to hold one's interest. by Scott Yanow
Tracklist :
1     Ph.D. 8:09
James Williams
2     Affaire d'Amour 6:42
Donald Brown
3     Mr. Day's Dream 6:02
James Williams
4     The Summary 6:10
Thad Jones
5     Blue Wail 8:31
Kenny Drew
6     Like Someone in Love 6:42
Johnny Burke / James Van Heusen
7     Rise to the Occasion 6:13
James Williams
8     Ballade Art 4:47
Clifford Jordan
Credits :
Acoustic Bass – Rufus Reid
Drums – Marvin "Smitty" Smith
Flugelhorn, Trumpet – Art Farmer
Guitar – Kenny Burrell
Piano – James Williams
Tenor Saxophone – Clifford Jordan