STEVE KUHN – Pastorale (2007) FLAC (tracks), lossless

Steve Kuhn has recorded a wide variety of music in his career, sometimes as a sideman (including with Sheila Jordan, Art Farmer, Kenny Dorham and Stan Getz), and more often as a leader. On Pastorale, he returns to his bop-oriented roots. Playing straight-ahead jazz with bassist Eddie Gomez and drummer Billy Drummond, Kuhn digs into seven vintage standards plus two of his originals. Kuhn hints at both Bud Powell and Bill Evans in spots while retaining his own musical personality. His improvisations are thoughtful, often joyful and always intriguing, really uplifting "Charade" and coming up with fresh variations to "Remember." This is one of Kuhn's most accessible dates and is highly recommended. Scott Yanow
Tracklist :
1    Charade     7:54
2    Remember     7:49
3    Years Later    7:10
4    Once Upon A Summertime     5:08
5    How Am I To Know?    8:13
6    My Buddy    4:53
7    I'll Take Romance    8:13
8    I'm Glad There Is You    5:07
9    Pastorale     4:23
Credits :
Bass – Eddie Gomez
Drums – Billy Drummond
Piano – Steve Kuhn