MUSIC ON VINYL Four Seasons [VINYL]

When considering the jazz vibraphone giants of the 20th century, seven stand out: Lionel Hampton, Red Norvo, Milt Jackson, Terry Gibbs, Cal Tjader, Gary Burton, and Bobby Hutcherson. Bobby Hutcherson (1941-2016), originally inspired by Milt Jackson, emerged from Los Angeles in the late 1950s. After a stint with the Billy Mitchell-Al Grey sextet in 1962, Hutcherson moved to New York, becoming the house vibraphonist for the Blue Note label. His foundation in hard bop did not limit him, as he also played in avant-garde sessions with artists like Eric Dohy and Jackie McLean.On December 11, 1983, Hutcherson performed seven standards with a stellar group. Pianist George Cables, consistently excellent throughout his career, had been working with Hutcherson since 1977. Bassist Herbie Lewis, a versatile musician, had collaborated with Hutcherson since 1966. Drummer Philly Joe Jones, known for his work with Miles Davis, also contributed to the session. The recording ofthe Four Seasons album features seven standards, starting with Thelonious Monks I Mean You, which showcases each musician. Hutchersons solo on Cole Porters All Of You is particularly adventurous. Spring Is Here receives a beautiful interpretation, and Star Eyes is taken uptempo. Hutchersons introduction on If I Were A Bell is notable, as is Joness solo. The session spotlights Cables on Summertime and concludes with a vibrant version of Autumn Leaves. Decades later, the music remains a timeless classic. Four Seasons is available on black vinyl, celebrates its 40th Anniversary, and includes an insert with newly written liner-notes by Scott Yanow.