Alto Madness is an album by alto saxophonists Jackie McLean and John Jenkins, recorded in 1957 and released on the Prestige label.Jackie McLean discography accessed January 31, 2013 The rhythm section is pianist Wade Legge, bassist Doug Watkins and drummer Art Taylor.
Reception
The AllMusic review by Scott Yanow stated: "McLean became much more individual within a few years, while Jenkins would fade from the scene altogether. This likable jam session features plenty of tradeoffs by the two altoists".Yanow, S. AllMusic Review, January 31, 2013
Track listing All compositions by John Jenkins, except where indicated. "Alto Madness" (Jackie McLean) – 11:48 "Windy City" – 6:59 "The Lady Is a Tramp" (Lorenz Hart, Richard Rodgers) – 6:49 "Easy Living" (Ralph Rainger, Leo Robin) – 7:35 "Pondering" – 6:15
Personnel Jackie McLean, John Jenkins – alto saxophone Wade Legge – piano Doug Watkins – bass Art Taylor – drums
Production Bob Weinstock – supervisor Rudy Van Gelder – engineer
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