George Russell – “Nardis”

George Russell – “Honesty”

From “Ezz-thetics” : 1961 : Riverside Records

Pianist and composer George Russell released this classic on Riverside Records in 1961.  A mixture of avant-garde and post-bop, the music is not easily categorized.  Highlights include a great reading of Miles Davis’ Nardis, as well as Honesty composed by trombone player David Baker.

Players:
George Russell – Piano
Eric Dolphy – Alto Sax, Bass Clarinet
Don Ellis – Trumpet
David Baker – Trombone
Steve Swallow – Bass
Joe Hunt – Drums