Description from Fresh Sound Records liner notes (by Jordi Pujol):
Pianist Tony Luis, born in Philadelphia in 1931, was stricken with infantile paralysis at the age of 12. Having the use of only two fingers on his right hand, he was advised by a physician that consistent exercise would help to strengthen them. This is when he first became interested in the piano. His conquest of this restriction was remarkable. By using a close piano style, he was able to achieve a captivating sound that is both relaxing and swinging. His trio created considerable enthusiasm in his hometown and its environs in the mid-50s and also distinguished themselves by accompanying singers such as Terry Morel and Teddi King. These are the only recordings available from this trio. Tony plays with percussive vigor, and on a song like "You're Blasé," he also showed a particularly relaxed ballad feel. His creativity is shown in "Un Poco Fresco," one of his original compositions. Tony received excellent rhythmic support from bassist Ronny Andrews and drummer Hank Nanni, both displaying fine taste and imagination, combined with a beat that is warm, fresh, and swinging.
Bob Freedman (1934-2018) emerged as a notable Boston jazz figure after forming his trio in 1953, which received critical acclaim in New England and recorded an album for the Savoy label. As a pianist, he remained active in the Boston jazz scene, joining groups led by Boots Mussulli, Herb Pomeroy and Jay Migliori, and accompanying Charlie Parker at the Hi-Hat club in 1955. Freedman's innovative arrangements earned him respect and admiration in the jazz community. His first big band success came in 1958 with "And We Listened (to Him)," dedicated to Gerry Mulligan. He later joined Herb Pomeroy's big band, writing many arrangements and recording as a leader an album featuring his excellent version of Duke Ellington's "Anatomy of a Murder" soundtrack. From the mid-1960s, Freedman became a sought-after arranger and composer for stars such as Joe Williams, Sarah Vaughan, Billy Joel, and Wynton Marsalis. His work extended to television and film, showcasing his versatility across genres. His compositions for large ensembles were particularly notable for their orchestration and dramatic expression.
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Descripción de las notas del álbum de Fresh Sound Records (por Jordi Pujol):
El pianista Tony Luis, nacido en Filadelfia en 1931, fue afectado por parálisis infantil a la edad de 12 años. Teniendo el uso de solo dos dedos en su mano derecha, fue aconsejado por un médico que el ejercicio consistente ayudaría a fortalecerlos. Fue entonces cuando se interesó por primera vez en el piano. Su conquista de esta restricción fue notable. Al usar un estilo de piano cerrado, fue capaz de lograr un sonido cautivador que es tanto relajante como swingueante. Su trío creó un entusiasmo considerable en su ciudad natal y sus alrededores a mediados de los años 50 y también se distinguieron acompañando a cantantes como Terry Morel y Teddi King. Estas son las únicas grabaciones disponibles de este trío. Tony toca con vigor percusivo, y en una canción como "You're Blasé," también mostró un sentimiento de balada particularmente relajado. Su creatividad se muestra en "Un Poco Fresco," una de sus composiciones originales. Tony recibió un excelente apoyo rítmico del bajista Ronny Andrews y el baterista Hank Nanni, ambos mostrando buen gusto e imaginación, combinados con un beat que es cálido, fresco y swingueante.
Bob Freedman (1934-2018) emergió como una figura notable del jazz de Boston después de formar su trío en 1953, que recibió aclamación crítica en Nueva Inglaterra y grabó un álbum para el sello Savoy. Como pianista, permaneció activo en la escena jazzística de Boston, uniéndose a grupos liderados por Boots Mussulli, Herb Pomeroy y Jay Migliori, y acompañando a Charlie Parker en el club Hi-Hat en 1955. Los arreglos innovadores de Freedman le ganaron respeto y admiración en la comunidad del jazz. Su primer éxito con big band llegó en 1958 con "And We Listened (to Him)," dedicado a Gerry Mulligan. Más tarde se unió a la big band de Herb Pomeroy, escribiendo muchos arreglos y grabando como líder un álbum que presenta su excelente versión de la banda sonora de Duke Ellington "Anatomy of a Murder". Desde mediados de los años 60, Freedman se convirtió en un codiciado arreglista y compositor para estrellas como Joe Williams, Sarah Vaughan, Billy Joel y Wynton Marsalis. Su trabajo se extendió a la televisión y el cine, mostrando su versatilidad a través de géneros. Sus composiciones para grandes ensambles fueron particularmente notables por su orquestación y expresión dramática.
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1 - Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea - Remastered
2 - Un Poco Fresco - Remastered
3 - You're Blase - Remastered
4 - Lullaby of the Leaves - Remastered
5 - Harvey's House - Remastered
6 - Tunerville Tommy - Remastered
7 - What Is There to Say - Remastered
8 - Gone with the Wind - Remastered
9 - Imagination - Remastered
10 - Autumn in New York - Remastered
11 - A Foggy Day - Remastered
12 - Sophisticated Lady - Remastered
13 - Stars Fell on Alabama - Remastered
14 - Jeepers Creepers - Remastered
15 - Always - Remastered
16 - Deep Purple - Remastered
Personnel:
Tracks 1-8 (The Tony Luis Trio):
Tony Luis - Piano
Ronny Andrews - Bass
Hank Nanni - Drums
Tracks 9-16 (The Bob Freedman Trio):
Bob Freedman - Piano
Joe Reichgott - Bass
Bob Gibson - Drums
Recording Information:
Tracks 1-4: Recorded in Philadelphia, October 20, 1954
Tracks 5-8: Recorded in Philadelphia, March 10, 1955
Tracks 9-16: Recorded at Van Gelder Studio, Hackensack, NJ, October 1953
Savoy recordings (tracks 9-16) engineered by Rudy Van Gelder
Production:
Original recordings produced by:
Tracks 1-8: Orrin Keepnews
Tracks 9-16: Lee Magid and Ozzie Cadena
This compilation produced for CD release by Jordi Pujol
Original liner notes by Ozzie Cadena (Savoy)
New liner notes by Jordi Pujol
Digitally Remastered in 24-Bit Hi Fi
Sources:
Tracks 1-4: from the 7-inch EP "Introducing the Tony Luis Trio" (New Jazz EP 1703)
Tracks 5-8: from the 7-inch EP "Tony Luis Trio" (Prestige EP 1373)
Tracks 9-16: from the 10-inch LP "Piano Moods" (Savoy MG 15040)
Label: Fresh Sound Records FSR-CD 1132
Country: Spain
Released: 2024
Genre: Jazz
Style: Cool Jazz, Bop, Piano Jazz
Duration: 48:00
Sources:
https://www.freshsoundrecords.com/tony-luis-bob-freedman-albums/57377-introducing-the-tony-luis-trio-piano-moods-2-lp-on-1-cd.html
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