Jacky Terrasson - Reach (1995)

The talented young pianist Jacky Terrasson and his trio (with bassist Ugonna Okegwo and drummer Leon Parker) find something new to say on a few standards (including a rare up-tempo version of "For Sentimental Reasons") and introduce five of Terrasson's originals. Although he has does not have an original style yet, Terrasson displays a great deal of potential for the future. Highlights include "I Should Care," "Just One of Those Things," and a medley of his "Reach" with "Smoke Gets in Your Eyes." ~ by Scott Yanow, AMG.

Blue Note, CDP 7243 8 35739 2 9, 1996

Musicians:

Jacky Terrasson - Piano

Ugonna Okegwo - Bass

Leon Parker - Drums

Tracks:

1. I Should Care {Sammy Cahn, Axel Stordahl, Paul Weston} (5:37)

2. The Rat Race {Jacky Terrasson} (3:25)

3. Baby Plum Jacky Terrasson} (5:25)

4. [I Love You] For Sentimental Reasons {William Best, Deek Watson} (6:00)

5. Reach {Jacky Terrasson} / Smoke Gets In Your Eyes {Jerome Kern} (9:05)

6. Happy Man {Jacky Terrasson} (8:51)

7. First Affair {Jacky Terrasson} (6:14)

8. Just One Of Those Things {Cole Porter} (4:25)

Credits:

Producer, Liner Notes - Jacky Terrasson

Executive Producer - Steven Schenfeld

Engineer, Mastering, Liner Notes - Mark Levinson

Photography - Jimmy Katz (Giant Steps)

Design - Patrick Roques

Art Direction - Darcy Cloutier-Fernald

Total Time: 51:02