This album was recorded with The Ahmad Jamal Trio and a string orchestra. It could have been titled "Ahmad Jamal with Strings". The tracks are noteworthy due to the integration of strings with a pure jazz style of the era, resulting in an intriguing dissonant sound. Despite this, Jamal, with a background in classical music and his use of space and dynamics, along with his tight, intricate arrangements, was a big influence. He skillfully executes the performance, and the other members, Israel Crosby and Vernell Fournier, also demonstrate exceptional musical proficiency.

Artist(s): Piano - Ahmad Jamal
Arranged By, Conductor - Joseph Kennedy
Bass - Israel Crosby
Drums -Vernell Fournier
Recording Info: Recorded at Nola Penthouse Studios, New York, February 27 & 28, 1959
Engineer - Tommy Nola
Producer - Dave Usher
Sourced from a 2-track tape 
Analog: Transferred using a modified Nagra 4SJ tape deck feeding a Merrill Tape Preamp
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Power Conditioning: Shunyata Research Everest 8000 for all components
All components grounded to Shunyata ALTAIRA Hubs

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