I’ve had this album for a very long time. It was one of the first original pressings I bought. From what I can remember it was an eBay purchase. Went to a local record store and got it ultrasonically cleaned today. It sounds superb. The cover has some minor issues but that’s ok.
This title consists of material first released as two 10” albums, also on Prestige. So this LP is a reissue of those tunes. As I’ve pretty much moved away from the 10” format I’m content with this compilation, and another reason to get this 12” is the iconic cover art. It’s an original NYC Prestige pressing and that’s good enough for me.
The music, some lovely hard bop, is very enjoyable. Favorite pick is the beautiful ballad “The Infant’s Song”.
I’ve always loved Art Farmer and I absolutely need more of his stuff in the collection. And Gigi Gryce was also a wonderful player. Need more of his stuff as well. Will keep my eye out for titles featuring these two cats.