Pianist, vibraphonist, composer, and arranger Bob Harrington (1912-1983) was a gifted yet underappreciated musician whose career spanned over four decades in the jazz scene. Despite working with legends like Vido Musso, Charlie Barnet, and Stan Kenton, he never gained widespread recognition, even though his melodic sensibility and instrumental versatility set him apart.
In 1957, Harrington recorded 'Vibraphone Fantasy in Jazz,' his debut album as a leader, showcasing a modern, relaxed vibraphone style influenced by Red Norvo. Harrington's playing is melodic, demonstrating a keen awareness of the instrument's full capabilities. He brings vitality to up-tempo tunes and is equally adept at pausing for a meaningful ballad. A highlight of the album is the excellent guitar work of Jimmy Wyble, paired with the solid rhythmic foundation laid down by bassist Bob Carter and drummer Lloyd Morales.
A few years later, in 1961, he returned to the piano for 'Jazz à la Carte.' On this new album, he brought a refreshing conception and skill, playing a collection of tunes with varied tempos, in a session again featuring guitarist Jimmy Wyble and Red Wooten on bass. Beyond his instrumental work, Harrington was also a sought-after vocal coach, mentoring renowned singers such as June Christy, Peggy Lee, and Ann Richards.
Throughout his career, he split his time between Los Angeles, Santa Fe, and Hawaii, performing in small clubs until his final days. Though his recorded output was limited, his music remains a testament to an artist of remarkable sensitivity and talent.
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El pianista, vibrafonista, compositor y arreglista Bob Harrington (1912-1983) fue un músico talentoso pero poco apreciado cuya carrera abarcó más de cuatro décadas en la escena del jazz. A pesar de haber trabajado con leyendas como Vido Musso, Charlie Barnet y Stan Kenton, nunca obtuvo un reconocimiento generalizado, aunque su sensibilidad melódica y su versatilidad instrumental lo distinguían del resto.
En 1957, Harrington grabó «Vibraphone Fantasy in Jazz», su álbum debut como líder, en el que mostraba un estilo moderno y relajado con el vibráfono, influenciado por Red Norvo. La interpretación de Harrington es melódica y demuestra un profundo conocimiento de todas las capacidades del instrumento. Aporta vitalidad a las melodías rápidas y es igualmente hábil a la hora de hacer una pausa para interpretar una balada significativa. Uno de los aspectos más destacados del álbum es el excelente trabajo a la guitarra de Jimmy Wyble, junto con la sólida base rítmica establecida por el bajista Bob Carter y el baterista Lloyd Morales.
Unos años más tarde, en 1961, volvió al piano para grabar «Jazz à la Carte». En este nuevo álbum, aportó una concepción y una habilidad refrescantes, interpretando una colección de temas con tempos variados, en una sesión en la que volvieron a participar el guitarrista Jimmy Wyble y Red Wooten al bajo. Más allá de su trabajo instrumental, Harrington también fue un solicitado profesor de canto, mentor de cantantes de renombre como June Christy, Peggy Lee y Ann Richards.
A lo largo de su carrera, dividió su tiempo entre Los Ángeles, Santa Fe y Hawái, actuando en pequeños clubes hasta sus últimos días. Aunque su producción discográfica fue limitada, su música sigue siendo un testimonio de un artista de notable sensibilidad y talento.
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01. Mountain Dew (Bob Carter) 2:29
02. Ticklish Situation (Bob Harrington) 3:51
03. Patio Pavanne (Bob Harrington) 2:04
04. I've Never Been in Love Before (Bob Harrington) 4:46
05. Let's Have Some Ribs (Bob Harrington) 4:24
06. Gone Nuclear Fishin' (Bob Harrington) 2:52
07. How Long Has This Been Going On? (G. & I. Gershwin) 2:59
08. Three-Fourts (Bob Carter) 4:03
09. Little Circumstances (Bob Harrington) 3:09
10. Indecision (Bob Harrington) 3:26
11. Wally Ballew (Bob Harrington) 5:15
12. Hulla Ballew (Bob Harrington) 3:23
13. Little Boy Ballew (Bob Harrington) 3:26
14. Ben Ballew (Bob Harrington) 5:03
15. Baby Ballew (Bob Harrington) 3:19
16. Emma Ballew (Bob Harrington) 5:28
17. Bob Ballew (Bob Harrington) 6:08
18. V.S. Ballew (Bob Harrington) 3:47
Credits:
Personnel on "Vibraphone Fantasy in Jazz":
BOB HARRINGTON QUARTET
Bob Harrington, vibes; Jimmy Wyble, guitar; Bob Carter, bass; Lloyd Morales, drums.
Recorded at Bob Harrington’s patio, Mount Washington, Los Angeles, January, 1957
Personnel on "Jazz à la Carte":
BOB HARRINGTON QUARTETTE
Bob Harrington, piano; Jimmy Wyble, guitar; Red Wooten, bass; John Markham or Lloyd Morales, drums (alternating).
Recorded in Hollywood, 1961
Notes:
Tracks #7 was mistakenly credited to Archie Bleyer & Johnny Mercer on the original Imperial LP label.
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