Freddie Hubbard – The Artistry of Freddie Hubbard [Stereo] (Verve Acoustic Sounds Series Edition)

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On The Artistry Of Freddie Hubbard, the brilliant young trumpeter Freddie Hubbard steps forward as both a commanding soloist and a composer of striking imagination, leading a handpicked sextet through a program that balances firepower with finesse.

Surrounded by an exceptional cast — trombonist Curtis Fuller, tenor saxophonist John Gilmore (in a rare and revealing appearance away from the orbit of Sun Ra), pianist Tommy Flanagan, bassist Art Davis, and drummer Louis Hayes — Hubbard crafts a session that feels both meticulously arranged and thrillingly alive. Recorded at Rudy Van Gelder's studio, this session marked Hubbard's debut as a leader for the Impulse! label.

The album showcases three Hubbard originals, each revealing his gift for memorable themes and inventive structures, while also leaving ample room for the band's expressive interplay. His trumpet playing is already unmistakable: bold yet lyrical, capable of dazzling speed and precision, but always anchored by a deep sense of melody.

Elsewhere, the sextet reimagines standards like "Summertime" and "Caravan" with fresh perspective and rhythmic vitality.

(Above description from AcousticSounds.com)