Original Music From The Score Alfie
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Sonny Rollins' interpretation of Burt Bacharach's Alfie score showcases the tenor saxophonist's distinctive approach to melody and improvisation. Recorded in 1987, this release finds Rollins engaging with sophisticated harmonic structures while maintaining the bluesy, conversational quality that defined his playing. Rather than straight reinterpretation, Rollins reshapes each theme through his own harmonic logic and rhythmic freedom. The hard bop roots never disappear - even within orchestral settings, Rollins stays grounded in blues feeling. His saxophone voice dominates these compositions, finding unexpected angles within Bacharach's elegant framework. This is Rollins as sophisticated improviser, proof that his unique musical intelligence could inhabit any compositional space.
Item Details+
| Genre | Jazz, Stage and Screen |
| Style | Hard Bop, Post Bop, Score |
| Media | Near Mint (NM or M-) |
| Sleeve | Near Mint (NM or M-) |
| Description | NM copy all around. |
| Label | Impulse! |
| Year | 1987 |
| Country | Europe |
| Format | CD |
Tracklist+
1. Alfie's Theme 9:47
2. He's Younger Than You 5:12
3. Street Runner With Child 4:03
4. Transition Theme For Minor Blues Or Little Malcolm Loves His Dad 5:52
5. On Impulse 4:32
6. Alfie's Theme Differently 3:43
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