Curtis Fuller - Volume 3 (1957) [1998 The Blue Note Collection]

Trombonist Curtis Fuller settled in New York in April of 1957, after working for several years in his native Detroit. Volume 3 pairs him with trumpeter Art Farmer, along with a buoyant rhythm section comprising Sonny Clark (who also relocated to N.Y.C. in April '57), George Tucker and Louis Hayes. This third solo recording for Fuller on the Blue Note label is stronger than its predecessors, especially in showcasing the trombonist's writing talents. The five original tunes and one standard feature some fine ensemble playing and cover a broad range from Afro-Cuban to medium swing to ballad. Fuller's composition "Carvon" is exceptional; the main theme is played on trombone accompanied only by bowed bass. This recording firmly established Curtis Fuller as a serious, mature voice on his instrument. - AllMusic Review

Tracks:

01. Little Messenger
02. Quantrale
03. Jeanie
04. Carvon
05. Two Quarters of a Mile
06. It's Too Late Now

Personnel:

Bass – George Tucker
Drums – Louis Haynes
Piano – Sonny Clark
Trombone – Curtis Fuller
Trumpet – Art Farmer
Recorded By – Rudy Van Gelder