For this set, the sixth in line of
Art Tatum's eight group recordings for
Norman Granz in the 1950s, the remarkable pianist is teamed with bassist
Red Callender and drummer
Jo Jones. Due to the presence of his sidemen,
Tatum is slightly restricted as far as changing keys and tempos at will, but his playing is still often stunning. Highlights of the trio performances include "Just One of Those Things," "Blue Lou," "I'll Never Be the Same," and "More Than You Know." This music (along with the other seven volumes) is also available as part of the massive six-CD set The Complete Pablo Group Masterpieces. ~ Scott Yanow