Pittsburgh is an album by the American jazz pianist Ahmad Jamal. It was recorded in 1989 and released on the Atlantic label. It is a tribute to Jamal's hometown. The album was recorded in Chicago.
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Critical reception
The Sun-Sentinel wrote that, "where 'Cycles' runs right to the edge of being free jazz with its lack of structure, the next tune, 'Fly Away', is built on a straight-ahead, no- frills melody complete with a chorus line." The Orlando Sentinel determined that "Jamal does on Pittsburgh what he does best—experimenting with musical phrasing and cadence." The Omaha World-Herald concluded that "the tunes and arrangements also are done well, yet the result is merely pretty, lightweight stuff."
The AllMusic review stated: "This CD has captured both the character and the shaping hand of Jamal and the distinct sound of Evans, and they are a perfect match in this at-times-exquisite piece of work."
Track listing
All compositions by Ahmad Jamal unless noted.
"Pittsburgh" – 7:03
"Bellows" – 8:50
"Mellowdrama" (Jimmy Heath) – 6:38
"Foolish Ways" – 3:35
"Divertimento" – 5:18
"Cycles" – 8:08
"Fly Away" – 7:25
"Apple Avenue" – 5:33
Personnel
Ahmad Jamal – piano
James Cammack – bass
David Bowler – drums
Richard Evans – arranger
