Hank Jones, Frank Wess | Hank And Frank

Hank and Frank Review

 

by Scott Yanow

Pianist Hank Jones and Frank Wess (doubling on tenor and flute) first recorded together in the mid-'50s. A half-century later, they are both still in their musical prime. On this straight-ahead date, they are joined quite ably by the fine guitar soloist Ilya Lushtak, bassist John Webber, and veteran drummer Mickey Roker. The quintet performs three Wess originals, Jones' lowdown blues "A Hankerin'," and five jazz standards. Few surprises occur, but it does not matter because all of the musicians play at a high level and good vibes dominate during this timeless set.

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Hank Jones / Frank Wess

Hank And Frank

1 You Made A Good Move 00:00 2 The Very Thought Of You 05:45 3 Just One Of Those Things 10:11 4 Autumn Serenade 14:32 5 Sara's Song 21:23 6 Something Went Wrong 28:52 7 A Hankerin' 34:20 8 Barbados 41:59 9 All Or Nothing At All 46:00 Piano – Hank Jones Tenor Saxophone, Flute – Frank Wess Bass – John Webber Drums – Mickey Roker Guitar – Ilya Lushtak

Recorded

Nola Recording Studios