JOHN ABERCROMBIE - Farewell (1993) FLAC (image+.cue), lossless

This 1993 recording is a follow-up to an earlier duo session by Andy LaVerne and John Abercrombie, although they add bassist George Mraz and drummer Adam Nussbaum for this date. Following a rather upbeat, introspective arrangement of the standard "Beautiful Love," they stick to originals by either the pianist or the guitarist. LaVerne's "Mother of Pearl" is a shimmering post-bop work that is full of surprises, while "Opal" is a treasure of a different sort, prominently featuring Abercrombie's brittle-sounding electric guitar. Abercrombie's "Monk Like" has a quirky line much like its namesake might employ, and the unpredictable ballad "Farewell" serves as an appropriate conclusion to this enjoyable CD. by Ken Dryden
Tracklist :
1     Beautiful Love 6:34
Haven Gillespie / Wayne King / Egbert VanAlstyne / Victor Young
2     Monk Life 5:42
John Abercrombie
3     Ralph's Piano Waltz 6:58
John Abercrombie
4     Mother of Pearl 6:53
Andy LaVerne
5     I Mean 8:21
John Abercrombie
6     Opus 25 6:28
John Abercrombie
7     Opal 7:09
Andy LaVerne
8     Farewell 5:33
John Abercrombie
Credits :
Bass – George Mraz
Drums – Adam Nussbaum
Guitar – John Abercrombie
Piano – Andy LaVerne