Hank Jones, Red Mitchel – Duo

AllMusic Review by Ken Dryden

These two musicians usually make any date that they're a part of a success and this rare duo date together is no exception. Jones' effortlessly swinging style is matched beautifully by the bassist's imaginative lines. The material is all very familiar, from the easygoing "Gone With the Wind" to a percolating "Wee" and the absolute show-stopping run through "I'll Remember April," which finds both men at a creative peak. It's a pity they didn't record a follow up to this very enjoyable session, recorded at Rudy Van Gelder's studio.

00:00 A1 Gone With The Wind 06:14 A2 What Am I Here For 13:08 A3 A Child Is Born 19:15 A4 Wee 24:42 B1 Like Someone In Love 28:58 B2 Mean To Me 32:04 B3 I'll Remember April 40:24 B4 But Beautiful Bass – Red Mitchel Piano – Hank Jones Recorded
Rudy van Gelder Studio
December 1987
Timeless Records