It seems strange that this, pianist Mal Waldron's seventh session as a leader, was his first with a group as small as his trio. With the assistance of bassist Addison Farmer and drummer Kenny Dennis, Waldron performs four standards and three of his moody originals. His sometimes-brooding style was already quite recognizable and his inventive use of repetition was quite impressive. This recording gives listeners a definitive look at the early style of Mal Waldron.
Personnel:
Mal Waldron Trio
Mal Waldron (p) Addison Farmer (b) Kenny Dennis (d)
Rudy Van Gelder Studio, Hackensack, NJ, September 26, 1958
Track Listing:
01 Splidium-Dow
02 Like Someone in Love
03 Get Happy
04 J.M.'s Dream Doll
05 Too Close for Comfort
06 By Myself
07 Love Span