This album freed pianist
George Shearing from the confines of his popular Quintet and showcases him in a trio with
Ahmad Jamal's former sidemen (bassist
Israel Crosby and drummer
Vernel Fournier).
Crosby, heard in his final recording, is in excellent form during these performances and receives some rare opportunities to solo. The main star as usual is the pianist, whose style was perfectly suited to the material heard on this album. Highlights include "Makin' Whoopee," "Like Someone in Love," "Symphony," "When Sunny Gets Blue" and "It Could Happen to You." ~ Scott Yanow