The Real Thing. Eric Alexander

More than one jazz critic has claimed that listening to tenor saxman Eric Alexander unfettered and at length is one of the greatest treats in jazz. This imposing improviser is reunited here with his mentor, the veteran pianist Harold Mabern, and joined by another hot favorite, the legendary and amazing guitarist Pat Martino, on three of the eight tracks. Combine the stunning engineering of Rudy Van Gelder, bassist John Webber and drummer Joe Farnsworth and you have a formula for excellence if ever there was one.

Price: $25.98