Many of Dexter Gordon's finest recordings were cut in Europe just prior to his triumphant return to the United States. This album was recorded just weeks before and it is one of the veteran tenor's best. With strong assistance from pianist Barry Harris, bassist Sam Jones and drummer Al Foster, Dexter plays exciting solos on "I'll Remember April," a warm version of "Skylark" and his two originals, "Apple Jump" and "A La Modal." It is highly recommended, as are all of Dexter Gordon's SteepleChase recordings from this period. - Scott Yanow
Tracks
01. Apple Jump (Dexter Gordon)
02. I'll Remember April (Raye-DePaul)
03. Georgia On My Mind (Carmichael)
04. Blue Bossa (Dorham)
05. Skylark (Carmichael)
06. A La Moda (Dexter Gordon)
DEXTER GORDON tenor sax
BARRY HARRIS piano
SAM JONES bass
AL FOSTER drums
Recorded November 9, 1976 at CI Recording Studios, Copenhagen
SteepleChase SCCD - 31080
Tracks
01. Apple Jump (Dexter Gordon)
02. I'll Remember April (Raye-DePaul)
03. Georgia On My Mind (Carmichael)
04. Blue Bossa (Dorham)
05. Skylark (Carmichael)
06. A La Moda (Dexter Gordon)
DEXTER GORDON tenor sax
BARRY HARRIS piano
SAM JONES bass
AL FOSTER drums
Recorded November 9, 1976 at CI Recording Studios, Copenhagen
SteepleChase SCCD - 31080