Dave Brubeck - My Favorite Things (1965) [2014 Japan Jazz Collection 1000] CD-Rip

Although recorded in sessions in 1962 and 1965, this set of Richard Rodgers tunes by the Dave Brubeck Quartet has a strong unity about it due to the consistent performances of the veteran group. With altoist Paul Desmond and the pianist-leader contributing some fine solos (and bassist Eugene Wright and drummer Joe Morello excellent in support), The Rodgers songs are treated with respect and swing. This comparatively gentle version of "My Favorite Things" would never be mistaken for John Coltrane's.


Tracks:

01. My Favorite Things (Hammerstein-Rodgers) - 2:58
02. Over and Over Again (Rodgers-Hart) - 4:07
03. Why Can't I? (Rodgers-Hart) - 6:58
04. Little Girl Blue (Rodgers-Hart) - 5:36
05. This Can't Be Love (Rodgers-Hart) - 6:57
06. My Romance (Rodgers-Hart) - 6:56
07. The Circus on Parade (Rodgers-Hart) - 3:20
08. The Most Beautiful Girl in the World (Rodgers-Hart) - 5:19

Personnel:

Dave Brubeck - piano
Paul Desmond - alto saxophone
Gene Wright - bass
Joe Morello - drums