Elmo Hope Trio is an album by jazz pianist Elmo Hope recorded in 1959 and originally released on the Hifijazz label but rereleased on Contemporary Records.Elmo Hope discography accessed November 27, 2012
Reception
The AllMusic review by Scott Yanow stated "The boppish and fairly original Elmo Hope performs seven of his obscure originals, many of which are well worth reviving... Bop and straight-ahead jazz fans wanting to hear a talented pianist play fresh tunes should explore Elmo Hope's valuable music."Yanow, S. AllMusic Review accessed November 27, 2012
John A. Tynan of DownBeat praised the album, writing, "Elmo Hope’s inner story is in this album for anybody who will listen. And a moving story it is."
Track listing All compositions by Elmo Hope except as indicated "B's A-Plenty" – 5:47 "Barfly" – 6:18 "Eejah" – 3:55 "Boa" – 6:00 "Something for Kenny" – 6:29 "Like Someone in Love" (Johnny Burke, Jimmy Van Heusen) – 7:32 "Minor Bertha" – 4:51 "Tranquility" – 2:58
Personnel Elmo Hope – piano Jimmy Bond – bass Frank Butler – drums
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