The Little Tiger (1990)

About this title: Vibraphonist Jay Hoggard gained his initial recognition for his playing in avant-garde and adventurous settings. By the late 80s, Hoggard had decided to explore hard bop and straight-ahead jazz. On this out of print but worthy CD, the vibraphonist recalls Bobby Hutcherson and Milt Jackson in spots, swinging on a variety of originals, Stevie Wonder's "You And I" and "Sonny's Themes" (which covers Sonny Rollins' "Alfie" and "Sonnymoon for Two"). The young Benny Green is a major asset on piano, bassist Marcus McLaurine and drummer Yoron Israel are excellent in support, and Hoggard's songs are ... read more

Tracks:

1. Sonny's Themes [Alfie's Theme, Sonnymoon for Two] [Rollins]
2. The Little Tiger [Hoggard]
3. You and I [Wonder]
4. N.T.T.T. [Andrews]
5. Elijah Rock [unknown]
6. Mystic Winds, Tropic Breezes [Hoggard]
7. Beautiful Nowai [Hoggard]
8. God Is Capable of Everything [Hoggard]

Note: This is a general synopsis. Each listing is further described below.