Giant Stride by Donald Lambert, released 20 March 2014.
This version of Giant Stride comes as a 1xCD. - RECORDED 1961
Featuring: Donald Lambert, pno, March 1961. Track Listing: Trolley Song, Sophisticated Lady, There Will Never Be Another You, Spain, Rio Grande, One Hour Tonight, Linger Awhile, Liza, We're in Love, Your Lover Has Gone, My Eggs in One Basket, Misty, Swinging Down the Lane, My Sweetie Went Away, 50:32.
"Giant Stride" is a captivating CD release by Donald Lambert & His Harlem Piano, brought to you by the renowned label Solo Art. This album showcases the virtuosic stride piano style that made Lambert a legend in jazz circles. Featuring energetic rhythms and dazzling improvisations, "Giant Stride" transports listeners straight into the heart of Harlem's golden era. The collection includes some of Lambert?s most celebrated performances, highlighting his unique touch and inventive interpretations of classic tunes.
Donald Lambert was an influential American jazz pianist known for his extraordinary speed and dexterity on the keys. Often referred to as ?The Lamb,? he became famous in New York during the 1930s and 1940s for his powerful stride technique?a hallmark of early jazz piano. Though not widely recorded during his lifetime, Lambert?s live performances were legendary among peers and aficionados alike.
Solo Art is a distinguished record label specializing in solo piano recordings, particularly those preserving historic styles such as ragtime, stride, and early jazz. Their dedication to high-quality releases has helped keep these important musical traditions alive for new generations of listeners.