dlxxiv. GARLAND, Red (1923-1984)
Almost Like Being in Love (1957)
RG, piano
Paul Chambers, bass
Art Taylor, drums
(4:52)
from Red Garland's Piano
Lerner & Loewe composition from the musical Brigadoon (1947). The song was a hit and quickly became a standard. The musical was successful and spawned a film in '54 with Gene Kelly and Cyd Charisse.
Garland has a light touch, but he was also fond of block chords, giving his playing a rich combination of style.
Garland's solo is gorgeous; he gives way to Chambers for a few choruses, and then reprises the head in his famous block-chord style.
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