Charles McPherson Quartet - But Beautiful (2003) [2015 SACD]

Venus Records is known to highlight little-known veteran American jazz musicians who play excellent music to this day and merit listening by a wider audience. Some of these musicians include Eddie Higgins, Archie Shepp, Steve Kuhn, and Claude Williamson. The newest member added to this distinguished list is Charles McPherson.
Even though McPherson is an alumni of the Charles Mingus Jazz Workshop from the late 60s and early 70s, presently he may be at the top of his game. On this release, McPherson is paired with the first-rate pianist Steve Kuhn. McPherson impresses with his personal tone and shining, emotional playing that is deeply rooted in bebop. This is an astonishing album by an astonishing artist.

"The alto saxophonist's tone has a bit of a bluesy edge throughout the sessions, as if he is reminiscing about a past love...The relaxed mood makes this release perfect for late-night listening." -Ken Dryden, allmusic.com

Tracks:

1. Be My Love
2. I Should Care
3. We'll Be Together Again
4. My Ideal
5. I Didn't Know What Time It Was
6. I'll Never Stop Loving You
7. Love Letters
8. But Beautiful
9. Gone With The Wind

Personnel:

Charles McPherson, alto saxophone
Steve Kuhn, piano
David Williams, bass
Leroy Williams, drums