Work Song [SACD]

Review

This two-LP set combines together two of cornetist Nat Adderley's finest albums: Work Song and That's Right. Both dates have since been reissued separately on CD. The former set features Nat with guitarist Wes Montgomery, cellist Sam Jones and a strong rhythm section (some selections are played by a smaller group from this band); highlights include "Work Song," "Sack O' Woe" and "Violets for Your Furs." The latter session is quite a bit different for Nat is joined by five saxophonists (including brother Cannonball on alto and Yusef Lateef on tenor, flute and oboe) and a four-piece rhythm section. Jimmy Heath (one of three tenors on the date) did most of the arrangements and gets to solo along with Lateef and Charlie Rouse. Most memorable is Nat's "The Old Country" and the ballad "The Folks Who Live on the Hill." Superb music worth acquiring in one form or another. ~ Scott Yanow, All Music Guide

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