Christmas Cookin'

performed by Jimmy Smith, 1925-2005, Wes Montgomery, 1923-1968, Kenny Burrell, 1931- and Grady Tate, 1932- (Verve Records, 1992), 49 mins

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Field of Interest: Jazz
Content Type: Music recording
Duration: 49 mins
Format: Audio
Sub Genre: Hard-Bop, Soul Jazz
Label: Verve Records
Performer: Jimmy Smith, 1925-2005, Wes Montgomery, 1923-1968, Kenny Burrell, 1931-, Grady Tate, 1932-
UPC (Physical): 00731451371127
Date Recorded: 1964-09-29
Release Date: 1992-10-20
Review: This Christmas jazz album has five selections in which organist Jimmy Smith is joined by a big band arranged by either Billy Byers or Al Cohn. The remaining selections feature Smith with a variety of trios; guitarist Wes Montgomery is heard on "Baby It's Cold Outside," one of two "bonus" cuts taken from other sessions that help to fill up this otherwise brief set. Smith is fine on "Jingle Bells," "Santa Claus Is Coming to Town" and two versions of "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen" and, even if nothing all that unusual occurs, the performances can serve as high-quality background music during the Christmas season. ~ Scott Yanow, All Music Guide
Subject: Jazz, Music & Performing Arts, Hard-Bop, Soul Jazz, Hard-Bop, Soul Jazz
Keywords and Translated Subjects: Hard-Bop, Soul Jazz