Pianist
Junior Mance was in excellent company on this inspired 1962 session with bassist
Ron Carter and drummer
Mickey Roker. Its unfortunate this trio only recorded together on this one date as their unity propels the blues, gospel, and bebop ideas
Mance consistently feeds them. The program is highlighted by three
Mance originals "Out South," "Taggie's Tune," and the torrid joy of the opening theme "Happy Time," along with versions of "Jitterbug Waltz," "Tin Tin Deo," and
Mance at his soulful bluesy best on
Clark Terry's "The Simple Waltz." ~ Al Campbell